Dubai–Baku flight passenger detained with 10 gold bars at Baku airport PHOTO

Customs officials have intercepted an attempt to smuggle gold bars at Baku airport. A passenger arriving on a Dubai–Baku flight was found to be carrying 10 undeclared PAMP gold bars, weighing a total of 712 grams.

The seizure was made during a routine inspection by the Main Customs Department for Air Transport, Caliber.Az reports.

Authorities confirmed that the passenger had not declared the gold, which could have led to serious legal consequences.

The State Customs Committee has launched a formal investigation into the incident, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and enforce strict customs regulations.

By Aghakazim Guliyev