There are some obvious things that you cannot send with DHL (such as animals, illegal substances, guns and explosives for instance). But there are also less obvious items that DHL can’t transport, including aerosols, perfumes, aftershaves, eau de toilettes and cash. Please check our list of prohibited and restricted items to ensure that your parcel can be delivered without any delays.
Note that these prohibited items apply to parcels being sent from and within the United Kingdom. For international carriage, there may be additional prohibited items specified by the country of destination.
Shipment of any prohibited item(s) shall be considered a material breach of our Terms and Conditions of Carriage and DHL shall hold no liability for any prohibited item(s), which are subsequently damaged or lost whilst in our control.
Please also refer to our advice on sending gifts with DHL Express.