Prohibited Items
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Air Guns
Air guns are prohibited to prevent potential misuse and to maintain public safety.
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Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages are banned due to religious and cultural restrictions in Saudi Arabia.
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Animal Fur (Real)
Importing real animal fur is prohibited to protect wildlife and prevent illegal trading.
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Animals, Fish, Birds (Live)
Live animals, fish, and birds are not allowed to avoid risks of disease and ecological disruption.
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Antiques and Work of Art
Antiques and artwork are restricted to prevent cultural heritage theft and unauthorized trade.
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Bullion (of any precious metal)
Bullion is banned to curb smuggling and unauthorized financial transactions.
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Cash (Current Legal Tender)
Shipping cash is prohibited to prevent money laundering and illegal financial activities.
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Cash-like Negotiable Instruments
These are banned to avoid fraudulent activities and ensure financial security.
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Dangerous Goods, Hazardous or Combustible Materials
Prohibited due to the high risk of accidents, fires, and explosions during transport.
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Explosives and Weapons
Banned to ensure public safety and prevent potential terrorist activities.
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Firearms (Complete), Ammunition
Complete firearms and ammunition are restricted to control illegal arms distribution.
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Firearms, or Parts of
Parts of firearms are prohibited to prevent assembly and illegal use of weapons.
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Gambling Devices (Including Playing Cards)
Banned due to the prohibition of gambling activities under Saudi law.
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Human Remains, Including Ashes
Shipping human remains is restricted to respect cultural and religious practices.
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Hunting Trophies, Animal Parts/Remains
Prohibited to protect endangered species and prevent illegal wildlife trade.
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Illegal Goods (Counterfeit, Narcotic)
Illegal goods are banned to uphold the law and ensure public safety.
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Imitation Explosive Devices, Ammunition
Prohibited to avoid confusion and potential panic due to their realistic appearance.
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Imitation (Replica) Firearms, Weapons
Banned to prevent misuse and confusion with real weapons.
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Ivory
Ivory is prohibited to combat illegal poaching and protect endangered species.
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Jewelry
Shipping jewelry is restricted to prevent theft and unauthorized trade.
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Loose (Semi)Precious Stones
Banned to control smuggling and ensure the legitimacy of trade.
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Medicinal Cannabis
Prohibited due to strict drug laws and regulations in Saudi Arabia.
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Pornography
Pornography is banned to adhere to cultural and religious values.
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Precious Metals & Stones
Restricted to prevent illegal trade and financial crimes.
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Soil Samples
Banned to avoid potential contamination and ecological disruption.