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Mumbai Airport Lost & Found — Complete Recovery Guide 2026

December 1, 2024·10 min read·Last updated: April 2026·ParcelGo Team

Quick Answer

Does Mumbai Airport send or courier lost items? No — CSMIA does NOT courier lost items to passengers. You must collect in person or send an authorized agent. ParcelGo Global (based in Mumbai) collects your lost item from CSMIA and delivers it to you anywhere in India or worldwide. WhatsApp: +91 89763 23555.

Table of Contents

  1. 1.Mumbai Airport Lost & Found Contact Numbers
  2. 2.Which Terminal? T1 vs T2
  3. 3.Does CSMIA Courier Lost Items?
  4. 4.How Long Does CSMIA Hold Items?
  5. 5.Authorization Letter Process
  6. 6.How ParcelGo Global Recovers Your Item
  7. 7.Common Items Recovered from BOM
  8. 8.Frequently Asked Questions

Lost an item at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA, IATA: BOM)? As Mumbai-based logistics specialists, ParcelGo Global is uniquely positioned to recover your lost item and deliver it anywhere in the world — without you needing to return to Mumbai.

Mumbai Airport Lost & Found Contact Numbers

CSMIA Lost & Found (T1): +91 9930144272
CSMIA Lost & Found (T2 — additional lines): +91 9619050580 / +91 97690 25857
CSMIA 24/7 General Helpline: +91 22 66851010
Online Form: adanione.com → "Report your lost item" (recommended — generates LR number)
Collection Hours: 09:30 AM – 05:30 PM (Mon–Fri). Closed 2nd & 4th Saturday, Sundays, and public holidays.
Hold Period: 90 days (general items) · 48 hours only for perishables & liquids

How to File a Report — Online vs In-Person

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Online (Recommended)

Visit adanione.com → click "Report your lost item" → fill the form → receive a Lost Report (LR) number by email. Use this LR number for all follow-ups.

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In Person at Lost & Found

Go directly to the Lost & Found desk at your terminal. Best if you are still at the airport or returning to Mumbai. Bring your ID and boarding pass.

LR Number vs FR Number — What's the Difference?

  • LR (Lost Report) Number: Issued when you file the report. Use this to follow up with the airport.
  • FR (Found Report) Number: Issued by CSMIA when your item has been physically located. This is required to arrange collection — the airport won't release the item without it.

When you contact ParcelGo Global, share both numbers (if you have them) to speed up the process.

Which Terminal? T1 vs T2

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Terminal 1 (T1)

Domestic flights — IndiGo, SpiceJet, Go First. Lost & Found desk on arrivals level.

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Terminal 2 (T2)

International flights + Air India domestic. Lost & Found at arrivals level. Most items found here.

Does Mumbai Airport Courier Lost Items?

No — CSMIA does NOT courier or post lost items to passengers.

Items must be collected in person or via an authorized representative. ParcelGo Global (headquartered in Mumbai) provides this authorized collection and worldwide delivery service. We have a dedicated process for CSMIA and respond within minutes.

How Long Does CSMIA Hold Lost Items?

Item TypeHold PeriodNotes
General lost items90 daysThen auctioned or handed to government
Passports & government IDsIndefiniteTreated as priority — held until claimed
Perishables & liquids48 hoursDisposed of after 48 hrs or expiry date
Items left on aircraft30–60 daysHeld by airline — contact your airline first

Note: Unclaimed items are typically moved to a warehouse 24 hours after being found. After the full 90-day period, they may be auctioned or disposed of. Do not delay.

Authorization Letter Process

To have someone collect on your behalf, Mumbai Airport requires:

1A signed authorization letter from you (the owner) naming the representative
2A copy of your government-issued photo ID (passport, Aadhaar, PAN card)
3The representative's original valid government ID
4Proof of ownership (boarding pass, purchase receipt, or item description)
5Any claim or reference number issued by CSMIA Lost & Found

ParcelGo handles all of this for you

When you WhatsApp ParcelGo, we send you an authorization letter template pre-filled for CSMIA, guide you through the signing process, and manage all submission and collection logistics on your behalf.

How ParcelGo Recovers Your Mumbai Airport Lost Item

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WhatsApp us at +91 89763 23555 with your item description and any claim number from CSMIA

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We contact CSMIA Lost & Found and verify the item exists in their inventory

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We send you an authorization letter template — you sign and return it digitally

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Our authorized agent visits CSMIA and collects the item with all documentation

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We securely pack and ship it to your address — India in 1–3 days, worldwide in 3–7 days

Common Items Recovered from Mumbai Airport

Passports & visas
Laptops & tablets
Mobile phones
Handbags & wallets
Jewellery & watches
Documents & certificates
Duty-free purchases
Cameras & accessories
Prescription medicines

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Mumbai Airport Lost and Found?+

Contact CSMIA Lost & Found at: • T1: +91 9930144272 • T2: +91 9619050580 • Email: csmia.lostproperty@adani.com If you have already left Mumbai, WhatsApp ParcelGo Global at +91 89763 23555 — we coordinate with CSMIA on your behalf.

Does Mumbai Airport courier lost items to passengers?+

No. Mumbai Airport (CSMIA) does NOT courier or post lost items. Items must be collected in person or via an authorized representative with valid ID and proof of ownership. ParcelGo Global provides this service.

How long does Mumbai Airport hold lost items?+

CSMIA typically holds lost items for up to 90 days. After this period, items may be auctioned or disposed of. Act immediately — do not delay.

Can someone collect my lost item from Mumbai Airport on my behalf?+

Yes. You can authorize a representative to collect with: (1) a signed authorization letter from you, (2) a copy of your government ID, (3) the representative's valid ID. ParcelGo Global manages all documentation and collects on your behalf.

How much does it cost to recover a lost item from Mumbai Airport?+

Costs depend on item weight, size, and delivery destination. Inquiry is free. WhatsApp ParcelGo at +91 89763 23555 for an instant quote — no hidden fees.

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