Entry customs, aviation security and railway security are separate systems. An item permitted in checked air baggage may still be restricted at the border or on a later train.
Why This Needs Planning
Entry customs, aviation security and railway security are separate systems. An item permitted in checked air baggage may still be restricted at the border or on a later train.
Before You Book
Review current official customs and carrier rules for medicine, food, plant and animal products, cash, commercial goods, batteries and specialist equipment. Keep prescriptions and original packaging for necessary medicine.
How to Handle It on the Ground
Pack items in the correct baggage type, retain purchase or prescription evidence and declare when required. Keep power banks accessible for inspection and verify marking and capacity requirements before domestic transport.
Risks and Common Mistakes
Online anecdotes age quickly. Unlabeled food, controlled medicine, undeclared commercial quantities and poorly marked batteries can lead to delay or confiscation. Do not use this guide as legal clearance for a specific item.
Working Checklist
Complete the checks that apply to your route and retain the important details offline. Reverify time-sensitive rules shortly before departure.
| Check | Ready when |
|---|---|
| 1 | Customs rules checked |
| 2 | Airline baggage rules checked |
| 3 | Rail restrictions checked |
| 4 | Medicine documented |
| 5 | Items declared where required |
Frequently Asked Questions
1.Can I bring prescription medicine?
Often yes for legitimate personal use, but controlled ingredients, quantity and documentation require specific verification.
2.Can I bring food?
Some packaged foods may be allowed while meat, plants and other agricultural products can be restricted; check current customs rules.
3.Are power banks allowed?
They are subject to transport-specific capacity, marking and baggage rules that should be checked before travel.