Travelling overseas with taonga (culturally or religiously significant items) – Tō haerenga me ngā taonga

This advice relates to personal items only.

Perception as weapons
Some taonga can be viewed as weapons and be confiscated by customs or security officials with no ways for items to be recovered. Check the customs restrictions for each country you are travelling to or through. Pack these taonga in checked baggage rather than in carry-on baggage, or wearing them.