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Sanctions & Restricted Items for Russia

Check Before You Send

Due to current sanctions, export restrictions and import requirements, some goods cannot be sent to Russia.

Restrictions may depend on the exact product, its value, specification or commodity code. Please check your items before booking your shipment.

01 — Commonly Accepted Items

Everyday personal goods can generally be sent, provided they are not otherwise prohibited or restricted.

Clothing & Footwear
Everyday clothing, children's clothing, shoes and personal accessories.

Personal & Household Items
Bedding, towels, books, toys, gifts, souvenirs and everyday household items.

Cosmetics & Personal Care
Everyday cosmetics and personal-care products, subject to applicable restrictions.

Please note: certain higher-value goods may be subject to sanctions depending on the product category and value.

02 — Items You Cannot Send

The following items must not be included in your parcel:

  • Weapons, ammunition & explosives
  • Military and tactical goods
  • Dangerous, flammable, toxic or corrosive goods
  • Cash and banknotes
  • Alcohol and tobacco products
  • Illegal drugs and controlled substances
  • Counterfeit and other illegal goods

View General Restricted Items →

03 — Food & Animal Products

Special restrictions apply to food and products of animal origin.

The following cannot be sent in postal shipments to individuals:

  • Meat and meat products
  • Processed meat products
  • Dairy products
  • Certain animal feed and feed additives
  • Animal feed containing meat

View Food & Animal Product Restrictions →

04 — Goods Prohibited by Sanctions

UK sanctions restrict the export of many categories of goods to Russia, including:

  • Electronics & technology
  • Machinery, tools & equipment
  • Vehicles, spare parts & components
  • Chemicals & industrial materials
  • Metals & metal products
  • Optical, technical & precision equipment
  • Other industrial and technical goods

The sanctions lists are extensive and restrictions may depend on the exact item, specification and commodity code.

Before sending goods from these categories, please check the detailed sanctions information below.

Check Your Item

05 — Personal & Consumer Goods

Personal and consumer goods are not all automatically prohibited, but some categories are subject to sanctions based on their type and value.

This may include certain:

  • Clothing & footwear
  • Bags & accessories
  • Cosmetics & perfumes
  • Watches & jewellery
  • Household goods
  • Other higher-value consumer goods

Where a value threshold applies, it is important to check the exact product category before sending.

Check Detailed Sanctioned Goods List →

06 — Not Sure About Your Item?

If you cannot find your item or are unsure whether it can be sent, please check the detailed sanctions information or contact us before booking your shipment.

When contacting us, please provide:
Item name · Description · Quantity · Value · Brand/model (if applicable)

Ask Us About an Item →

Important

Sanctions and import restrictions can change.

The sender is responsible for providing an accurate description, quantity and value for all items in the customs declaration.

Goods should be declared clearly and accurately. Do not send prohibited or sanctioned goods without confirming that they are permitted.

Official UK sanctions regulations and current government guidance take precedence over the summary provided on this page.