In today's world, sending items locally and internationally can be a hassle, but Terminal Africa makes it easier for Nigerians to ship items whenever and wherever they please. However, it is essential to note the prohibited items to ensure a smooth shipping process. In this blog post, we will list all the prohibited items on our platform and the suitable carrier to use for various things.
Prohibited items on our platform include flammable items, perfumes, bank bills, notes or currencies, high-valued jewelery, gold or precious stones, perishable items, alcohol, fireworks, ammunition, sharp objects, illegal items according to law enforcement, etc. Some of these prohibited items may be dependent on the destination country.
Below is a list of some of our carriers and their prohibited items:
Prohibited Items on DHL:
- Cash crops, i.e. rice, beans, cocoa, palm oil
- Cosmetics to Spain and Italy
- Alcohol, perfumes, aerosols
- Snails more than 2kg
- Meat and its by-products, i.e. pomo, kilishi, dambu
- Dairy products, i.e. milk, cheese
- Perishable food items
- Money or other forms of money, i.e. bank deposits, cheques
- Sharp objects/weapons
- High-value items, precious metals or stones, i.e. Rolex watch, diamond ring, gold earrings, and honey.
Note: DHL requires that food items be packed separately from other items like clothes. With Terminal's Multi-parcel shipment, you can now book different items in one shipment. DHL also requires that food items be vacuum-sealed before shipping, which can usually be done at their facility at an additional cost.
Prohibited Items on FedEx:
- Cash crops, i.e. rice, beans, cocoa
- Fish, palm oil, snails
- Cosmetics to Spain, Italy, and France
- Alcohol, perfumes, aerosols
- Meat and its by-products, i.e. pomo, kilishi, dambu
- Dairy products, i.e. milk, cheese
- Perishable food items
- Sharp objects/weapons
- Money or other forms of money, i.e. bank deposits, cheques, etc
- High-value items, precious metals or stones, i.e. Rolex watch, diamond ring, gold earrings
- Anything with batteries, i.e. phones
- Homemade cosmetics and herbs.
Prohibited Items on Aramex:
- Food items generally like honey
- High-value items, precious metals or stones, i.e. Rolex watches, diamond rings, gold earrings
- Alcohol, perfumes, aerosols
- Medication
- Liquid cosmetics
- Money or other forms of money, i.e. bank deposits, cheques, etc
- Sharp objects/weapons
- Cosmetics to Spain and Italy.
Prohibited Items on UPS:
- Cash crops, i.e. rice, beans, cocoa, palm oil, snails
- Alcohol, perfumes, aerosols, herbs
- Meat and its by-products, i.e. pomo, kilishi, dambu
- Dairy products, i.e. milk, cheese
- Perishable food items
- Fish to the UK and USA
- Sharp objects/weapons
- Money or other forms of money, i.e. bank deposits, cheques
- High-value items, precious metals or stones, i.e. Rolex watch, diamond ring, gold earrings, honey
- Cosmetics to Spain and Italy.
Please note that some food items are also prohibited in most countries, and other countries may have a more tedious process, which may delay the delivery timeframe. Due to this, we advise that you reach out to the team to clarify through our help lines - help@terminal.africa or call 09162281413; alternatively, you can reach out to your account manager if you have been assigned one.
Terminal Africa is committed to facilitating smooth and hassle-free shipping for your items. To achieve this, please adhere to our regulations and guidelines. By adhering to these guidelines, you ensure the safety of your shipments and contribute to a more efficient and hassle-free shipping process. We're here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your shipment reaches its destination securely and on time.
Thank you for choosing Terminal Africa as your trusted shipping buddy.
