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Prohibited & Restricted Items

What you can’t ship — and what needs special handling.

For safety and legal compliance, the following items cannot be shipped or require prior approval. If in doubt, contact us before packing.

Prohibited

  • Firearms, ammunition, explosives and fireworks
  • Illegal drugs and narcotics
  • Counterfeit goods
  • Cash, negotiable instruments and precious stones
  • Flammable liquids and gases (petrol, propane, aerosols)
  • Corrosives and toxic chemicals
  • Perishable foods without proper packaging
  • Pornographic material

Restricted (permits or special handling)

  • Prescription medication
  • Lithium batteries (air freight limits)
  • Oil-based paints and solvents (not permitted by air)
  • Telecom and radio equipment
  • Used tyres and certain vehicle parts
  • Plants, seeds and animal products

This list is a general guide and not exhaustive. Ghanaian customs regulations and carrier rules apply.

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