Are pickles allowed in checked baggage?

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security has banned the carrying of pickle in hand-baggage, citing security reasons. However, in 2002, it allowed passengers to carry pickles as part of check-in luggage, provided the individual airline was convinced about the packing.

Can I carry Dal in flight?

To answer your question, yes you can carry them in your check in luggage.

Is Rice allowed in check in baggage?

Yes you can carry rice in cabin baggage as wel; as checked-in luggage unless its exceeds the max baggage allowances of the specific airlines. In international airlines travelling to USA, this is not allowed because the flights are of long haul.

Can you bring groceries international flight?

Can I carry home-made food on my international flight. Any solid foods like fruits, dry fruits, salads can be carried easily but food with a high liquid content (for instance, food with curries or sauces) is only allowed in containers of 100 ml regardless of the quantity inside.

Can I bring a pickle in my hand luggage?

If your pickle is in original packing, there must not be problem. but it was certainly not allowed in my hand baggage- though it was in original packed bag/ bottle.

What are the conditions for packing pickles for India?

Conditions: they should be double sealed in thick polythene pouches. they should not leak. (Several pickles and sweet shops now offer “foreign sealing” of packets. ) They should be declared as “preserved foods” at customs on entry. Do not carry seeds of plants or leaves, for example, curry leaves (kadi patta).

What are the food items you can’t carry in India?

They should be declared as “preserved foods” at customs on entry. Do not carry seeds of plants or leaves, for example, curry leaves (kadi patta). That may be carried in powdered form – Karivepaku podi as it is known in Telugu. the bottom line is the weight restrictions.

Can we carry fresh vegetables in an Indian grocery store?

Yes, you can carry them. Don’t take a years supply as you can get them at any local Indian stores or order online in most cities. Do not carry anything that sprouts or crawl. Also can carry Masala and local pre packaged dry food and ready to eat. As long as they are in closed packets and sealed in polythene they will allow it.