Import of gifts prohibition bars courier and post gift imports except lifesaving drugs and Rakhi; duties apply. Imports presented as gifts through post or courier are prohibited except for life saving drugs/medicines and Rakhi; goods offered as gifts may be imported only on payment of full applicable customs and integrated tax. Prior value cap instructions on personal imports have been rescinded. Officers must apply customs valuation law and rules to curb undervaluation of courier and post imports, and the notice is to be treated as a standing order.