The Economic Times

No Rupee limit, only weight limit on bringing jewellery from abroad by returning Indians, more baggage-related relaxations

India's New Baggage Rules 2026 have removed value caps on jewellery brought by returning residents and tourists of Indian origin, now only imposing weight limits of 40 grams for females and 20 grams for others. These revised rules also increase duty-free allowances for various passenger categories, reflecting current travel realities.