On October 1, customs officials at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport intercepted a group of four passengers attempting to smuggle 12 iPhone 16 Pro Max devices. The group, arriving from Dubai, was caught during routine baggage checks, where the authorities discovered the undeclared high-end smartphones.
The smuggled iPhones, valued at a significant price point, were seized as the passengers failed to disclose them and attempted to evade the applicable customs duties.
#WATCH | Customs at IGI Airport, Delhi seized 12 iPhone 16 Pro Max from a group of four passengers who were trying to smuggle these iPhones from Dubai on October 1: Customs
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— ANI (@ANI) October 3, 2024
“Customs at IGI Airport, Delhi seized 12 iPhone 16 Pro Max from a group of four passengers who were trying to smuggle these iPhones from Dubai on October 1, “said ANI.
Customs officials acted promptly, identifying the suspicious activity during routine checks. Smugglers often try to bypass paying hefty import duties by illegally bringing in high-value goods like iPhones, which have substantial resale value in India’s market. The iPhone 16 Pro Max, in particular, is one of the most coveted devices due to its cutting-edge features and premium status, making it an attractive target for black market sales.
Similar incident happened when 26 iPhone 16 Pro Max phones seized from a woman passenger at Delhi Airport.
“A lady passenger travelling from Hongkong to Delhi carrying 26 iPhone 16 Pro Max concealed inside her vanity bag (wrapped in tissue paper) was intercepted at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport, the officials said, adding that further investigation was underway,” the Delhi customs officials said.
Based on intelligence, Customs@IGI Airport intercepted a lady passenger travelling from Hongkong to Delhi carrying 26 iPhone 16 Pro Max concealed inside her vanity bag(wrapped in tissue paper). Further investigation is underway! #IndianCustomsAtWork pic.twitter.com/g0c2xDxGyx
— Delhi Customs (Airport & General) (@AirportGenCus) October 1, 2024
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by customs authorities in India, who are tasked with enforcing laws designed to prevent the illegal importation of goods. The customs department has been regularly intercepting smugglers trying to bring in items like smartphones, gold, and other valuable electronics without paying the required taxes.
Incidents like this serve as a reminder for travelers to remain informed about customs regulations and duty-free limits. The customs department continues to stay vigilant, employing more advanced surveillance techniques to curb smuggling attempts.
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