Prohibited & Restricted Items
Important information about items that cannot be shipped or have special restrictions when shipping to Jamaica.
Important Notice
This list is not exhaustive and regulations may change. Items not listed here may still be prohibited or restricted. When in doubt, contact us before shipping to avoid delays or confiscation.
Attempting to ship prohibited items may result in package confiscation, legal consequences, and termination of service.
Completely Prohibited
These items cannot be shipped under any circumstances
- Weapons and ammunition
- Explosives and fireworks
- Illegal drugs and narcotics
- Counterfeit goods
- Hazardous chemicals
- Radioactive materials
- Live animals and plants
- Human remains
- Pornographic materials
- Currency and negotiable instruments
- Stolen goods
- Items violating intellectual property rights
Restricted Items
These items have special requirements or limitations
Must be properly packaged and declared. Some types prohibited in certain quantities.
Limited quantities, must be properly sealed and declared.
Non-flammable aerosols only, limited quantities.
Prohibited. Over-the-counter medications may be allowed with proper declaration.
Non-perishable items only. Must comply with Jamaica customs regulations.
Subject to high duties and taxes. Quantity limits apply.
Personal use quantities only. Subject to duties and age verification.
Limited quantities due to alcohol content and flammability.
Strong magnets may interfere with aircraft navigation. Restrictions apply.
Most compressed gases prohibited. Some exceptions with special handling.
Common Categories
Electronics
Most electronics are allowed but batteries may have restrictions.
- • Phones and tablets: Usually OK
- • Laptops: Check battery type
- • Power banks: Capacity limits apply
- • Loose batteries: Special requirements
Personal Care
Liquids and aerosols have quantity and packaging restrictions.
- • Shampoo/lotion: Small quantities OK
- • Perfume: Limited amounts
- • Nail polish: Usually restricted
- • Aerosol deodorant: Check contents
Food & Beverages
Non-perishable items only, subject to customs regulations.
- • Packaged snacks: Usually OK
- • Canned goods: Check contents
- • Fresh food: Prohibited
- • Supplements: May need declaration
Not Sure About an Item?
When in doubt, ask us! It's better to check before shipping than deal with delays or confiscation.