Passenger Assistance for Missing Belongings
If passengers have misplaced their belongings or find an item that belongs to somebody else at MgIA, they can report it to the Lost and Found department. Unclaimed items are documented and stored under the supervision of the Duty Terminal Manager. Travellers can also click on this link to
How to Find and Report Lost Items
If passengers lose their baggage or belongings anywhere in the terminal at MgIA, rest assured, we will assist in every capacity to help locate them. Any unclaimed items are deposited as ‘Lost & Found property’ under the Duty Terminal Manager, ensuring proper documentation, including:
- A detailed record of the item's contents and description
- The date and time of reporting
- The depositor’s signature
Key information about Lost & Found items:
- Unclaimed Items: Stored at the airport for up to 24 hours before being transferred to a warehouse. Items can be collected between 09:30 and 17:30, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
- Perishable Items: Stored for up to 48 hours or until the expiry date, whichever is earlier. Items are disposed of with the approval of the Duty Terminal Manager.
- Baggage Handling: The management and delivery of checked-in baggage is the responsibility of the respective airlines. If passengers accidentally leave items on board an aircraft, they should contact the airline directly. To visit the airline’s website, click here
Contact for Lost & Found queries
Terminal 1
- Terminal Manager Office, Next to Airline Counters, Mangaluru International Airport, Kenjar, PO: Bajpe.
Disclaimer
Mangaluru International Airport (MgIA), does not handle items that the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) regulations classify as Dangerous Goods or Security Restricted Articles. Any such item will be appropriately processed as per the guidelines. Mangaluru International Airport (MgIA) is not liable for any wear, damage, alteration, or modification that may occur to these items during the time of their storage.
Mangaluru International Airport (MgIA) does not offer courier or postal services for lost items, nor insurance or any similar coverage. Items found shall be stored responsibly in line with the retention/storage policy. To reclaim a lost item, individuals must follow the outlined process, including verification of identity and proof of ownership. A valid government-issued ID, boarding pass/ticket, and an authorisation letter (if the item is being collected on someone’s behalf) would be required. Items that remain unclaimed will be managed as per Mangaluru International Airport's (MgIA) retention policy.
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