Losing your belongings at an airport is a stressful experience. Whether you've left your laptop in the security tray, a bag in the lounge, or your passport at immigration, this comprehensive guide will walk you through exactly what to do — and how ParcelGo Global can recover your item even if you've already left the country.
The First 60 Minutes: What To Do Immediately
The first hour after realizing your loss is critical. Here's what to do:
- 1Retrace your steps and check all areas you visited — security, the lounge, the gate, the washroom
- 2Report to the airline desk if the item was left on the aircraft
- 3Go directly to the airport's Lost & Found office
- 4File a formal lost property report and get a reference number
- 5Note down the name and contact of the staff you spoke to
How Long Do Indian Airports Hold Lost Items?
| Airport | Hold Period | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai (BOM) | 90 days | +91 22 66851010 |
| Delhi (DEL) | 90 days | +91 99103 55553 |
| Bangalore (BLR) | 60 days | +91 80 6678 2000 |
| Hyderabad (HYD) | 60 days | +91 40 6654 5370 |
| Kolkata (CCU) | 60 days | +91 33 2511 8787 |
Important
After the hold period expires, airports may auction items or hand them over to government authorities. Act immediately upon realizing your loss.
Does the Airport Courier or Post Lost Items to Passengers?
No — Indian airports do NOT courier or post lost items to passengers.
Items must be collected in person or via an authorized representative. This is where ParcelGo Global provides a critical service.
How ParcelGo Recovers Your Lost Item
WhatsApp us
Send your airport, item description and any claim number to +91 89763 23555
Verification
We coordinate with the airport Lost & Found to verify the item exists
Authorized Pickup
ParcelGo acts as your authorized agent with proper documentation
Worldwide Delivery
We pack and ship the item to your address anywhere in the world
Airports Covered by ParcelGo Global
Lost Something at the Airport?
Our team responds within minutes. Recovery process starts immediately.
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ParcelGo Global is a Mumbai-based logistics company with 100+ years of combined founder experience in international and domestic express delivery. We operate authorized lost item recovery at 17 airports across India and internationally. Learn more about us →