What food you can send
Dry, sealed and commercially packaged food is easier to assess than fresh or homemade food, but it is not automatically accepted. Keep ingredients, manufacturer and expiry information visible, and check the destination rules before booking.
Perishable, fresh, homemade, meat and dairy items are a problem: many countries restrict or ban them, and they can spoil in transit. Stick to shelf-stable packaged food unless you have checked the destination rules with us first.
Destination food rules
Food is one of the most regulated categories at customs. Countries like Australia, the USA and the UK have strict food and biosecurity controls, and undeclared food can be seized or fined. Always declare food honestly on the invoice and check the destination's rules — we will tell you what is allowed for your route.
Duty, tax, inspection and permit requirements depend on the product, quantity, value and destination. A gift label does not guarantee duty-free entry. Commercial food exports can also require registrations or certificates outside a standard courier booking.