Kuwait Airport Customs Seize 33.5kg of Chewing Tobacco at T4

27/10/2026

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 27: Customs inspectors at Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4) seized 33.5 kilograms of chewing tobacco from a passenger arriving in the country, the General Administration of Customs announced.

The tobacco was discovered during routine customs inspections when officers found two cartons containing the prohibited material.

A seizure report is being prepared for referral to the General Department of Criminal Investigation’s Airport Investigations Unit to complete the necessary legal procedures.

The General Administration of Customs said inspectors would continue strengthening controls at all entry points and combating smuggling attempts. It urged travelers to comply with Kuwait’s customs laws and regulations.