What you can't ship from Japan to Mauritius
31 Japan Post import rules · verified · source: Japan Post
Short answer: Japan Post lists 23 item types that cannot be sent to Mauritius and 8 that can be sent only under conditions. Separately, Japan Post applies 278 carrier-wide rules to every destination, covering dangerous goods and items banned from international mail — perfume, aerosols and lithium batteries among them. Rules last verified against Japan Post on September 1, 2026.
- Prohibited
- 23
- Conditional
- 8
- Carrier-wide rules
- 278
These are the destination rules Japan Post publishes for Mauritius. They do not repeat the items Japan Post refuses to every country — those are on one shared page, linked below. A rule marked conditional allows the item only when the stated conditions hold; whether your product qualifies is what the ShipMate GO app works out before you book.
Plants & animals
6 prohibited · 5 conditional
- Prohibited
Animal hair
Animal hair is prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. No exceptions or conditions are stated in the source.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 05
- Prohibited
Animal-based fertilizer
Animal-based fertilizers are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular, parcel, and EMS services. This restriction covers fertilizers derived from animal sources.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 31
- Prohibited
Animals (carcasses and bones)
Animal carcasses and animal bones are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius. Insect specimens are excepted and may be permitted if prior authorization is obtained from the relevant authorities at the destination.
Details and exceptions
- Insect specimens with authorization from the relevant authorities at the destination → permitted
Documents: Authorization from the relevant authorities at the destination (for insect specimens)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 05
- Prohibited
Plants (specific types)
The following plants and plant materials are prohibited from shipment to Mauritius: sugarcane, plant roots, timber with bark, tomatoes, corn, grapes, plants of the rose family (excluding fresh apples), cacti, and camellia seeds.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 06
- Prohibited
Soil
Soil is prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. No exceptions or conditions are stated in the source.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 26
- Prohibited
Tortoise / Turtle Shell
Tortoise and turtle shells are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This restriction applies to shells in any form.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 05
- Conditional
Animals and Animal Products
Animal carcasses, bird eggs, meat powder, hides/leather, and animal-based fertilizers may only be shipped to Mauritius if the relevant authorities at the destination have granted permission. All listed animal products are conditionally permitted subject to this authorization.
Conditions and documents
- Permission has been obtained from the relevant authorities at the destination (Mauritius) → permitted
Documents: Permission from the relevant authorities at the destination (Mauritius)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 05
- Conditional
Fungal Mycelium
Fungal mycelium (mycelium / fungal hyphae) may only be shipped to Mauritius if the relevant authorities at the destination have granted permission.
Conditions and documents
- Permission has been obtained from the relevant authorities at the destination (Mauritius) → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 06
- Conditional
Moss
Moss is conditionally permitted for shipment to Mauritius. It is only allowed when the relevant authorities at the destination have granted permission.
Conditions and documents
- Permission has been obtained from the relevant authorities at the destination → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 06
- Conditional
Peat
Peat is conditionally permitted for shipment to Mauritius. It is only allowed when the relevant authorities of the destination have granted prior authorization.
Conditions and documents
- Prior authorization obtained from the relevant authorities of the destination country (Mauritius) → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 27
- Conditional
Plants
Plants are conditionally permitted for shipment to Mauritius, but only if prior authorization has been obtained from the Director of Agriculture at the destination. Shipments without this pre-approval are not allowed.
Conditions and documents
- Prior permission obtained from the Director of Agriculture at the destination (Mauritius) → permitted
Documents: Prior authorization from the Director of Agriculture of Mauritius
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 06
Books & printed matter
4 prohibited
- Prohibited
Books infringing copyright law
Books that violate copyright law are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius. This applies across all shipping types including regular mail, parcels, and EMS.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Items contrary to public order
Printed materials, pictures, books, and publications that are contrary to public order are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular, parcel, and EMS services.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Old Books
Old books are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies regardless of the shipping method used.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Old Newspapers
Old newspapers are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies regardless of the quantity or content of the newspapers.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
Currency & valuables
2 prohibited
- Prohibited
Banknotes and Bearer Securities
Banknotes, currency notes, and bearer securities are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS services. This prohibition covers all such negotiable instruments in bearer form.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Counterfeit Currency
Counterfeit currency is prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This applies to all forged or falsified monetary instruments.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
Medicine & supplements
2 conditional
- Conditional
Medicines / Pharmaceutical Products
Medicines and pharmaceutical products may only be shipped if they are addressed to a doctor or pharmacist. Shipments to any other recipient are not permitted.
Conditions and documents
- Addressed to a doctor or pharmacist → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 30
- Conditional
Narcotics
Narcotics such as opium, morphine, and cocaine are conditionally permitted for shipment to Mauritius only when sent for medical or scientific purposes and when authorization has been obtained from the Ministry of Health at the destination. All other shipments of narcotics are not permitted.
Conditions and documents
- Sent for medical or scientific purposes AND authorization obtained from the Ministry of Health at the destination (Mauritius) → permitted
Documents: Authorization from the Ministry of Health of Mauritius
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 29
Food
1 prohibited
- Prohibited
Dates (non-fresh)
Non-fresh dates are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This restriction applies to dates that are not in a fresh state.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 08
Weapons
1 prohibited
- Prohibited
Ammunition and Matches
Ammunition items — including primed metallic cartridges for portable firearms, non-explosive artillery fuze components — and matches are prohibited from shipment to Mauritius. This prohibition applies across all shipping types: regular mail, parcel, and EMS.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 36
Other items
9 prohibited · 1 conditional
- Prohibited
Articles for animal husbandry / animal keeping
Articles intended for animal husbandry or animal keeping are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. No exceptions or conditions are stated in the source.
- Prohibited
Carpets and Fabric
Carpets and fabric are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. No further conditions or exceptions are stated.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 57
- Prohibited
Counterfeit trademark goods
Articles bearing counterfeit trademarks are prohibited from shipment to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This prohibition applies to any goods affixed with a forged or fake trademark.
- Prohibited
Rags
Rags are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. No exceptions or conditions are stated in the source.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 63
- Prohibited
Regular mail items without recipient name fully written in English or French
Regular mail items (non-registered/standard postal items) are prohibited if the recipient's name is not written entirely in English or French. Any mail bearing a recipient name in a script or language other than English or French is not accepted for delivery to Mauritius.
- Prohibited
Shaving Brush
Shaving brushes are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via regular, parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies regardless of the material or type of shaving brush.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 96
- Prohibited
Used bags
Used bags are prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius. This restriction applies across regular mail, parcel, and EMS shipping types.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 63
- Prohibited
Used clothing
Used clothing is prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies to all secondhand or pre-worn garments.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 63
- Prohibited
Used clothing intended for sale
Used clothing intended for sale is prohibited from being shipped to Mauritius via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies specifically to secondhand garments destined for commercial resale.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 63
- Conditional
Sand and Gravel
Sand and gravel may only be shipped to Mauritius if the consignee has obtained prior authorization from the relevant authorities at the destination. Shipment is conditional on holding such permission.
Conditions and documents
- Prior authorization obtained from the relevant authorities at the destination (Mauritius) → permitted
Documents: Authorization from the relevant authorities at the destination
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 26
Applies to every destination, including Mauritius
Japan Post applies 278 carrier-wide rules to every country on top of the rules above — outright bans on dangerous goods such as perfume, aerosols and lighters, and conditions on items such as lithium batteries.
Not sure about a specific item for Mauritius?
This page lists Japan Post's rules. The ShipMate GO app checks your actual item against them, asks the one or two questions a conditional rule needs, and tells you the outcome before anything is charged. Sending a parcel from Japan? Booking is free and you pay once, after weighing. Shopping from abroad with Shop for Me? Anything that can't ship is dropped from your order before you pay for the goods.
Common questions
- What can't I ship from Japan to Mauritius?
- Japan Post's import rules for Mauritius prohibit 23 item types, including Tortoise / Turtle Shell; Carpets and Fabric; Soil; Dates (non-fresh); Shaving Brush; Rags; Used clothing intended for sale; Counterfeit Currency; and 15 more. On top of these, Japan Post refuses dangerous goods such as perfume, aerosols and loose lithium batteries to every destination.
- Which items can be shipped to Mauritius only under conditions?
- 8 item types are allowed only when Japan Post's stated conditions are met — for example Fungal Mycelium; Moss; Sand and Gravel; Peat; Medicines / Pharmaceutical Products; Plants; Animals and Animal Products; Narcotics. Whether a specific product qualifies depends on the item, which is what the ShipMate GO app checks before you book.
- Does an item that isn't listed here ship freely to Mauritius?
- Not necessarily. This page lists the import rules Japan Post publishes for Mauritius; an item that isn't named has no specific rule here, but it may still fall under Japan Post's carrier-wide bans or a general category such as food or medicine. Check the exact item in the ShipMate GO app, which reads these rules live and asks the follow-up questions a conditional rule needs.