Abstract: In order for passengers of common carriers to enter into secure areas, they are subjected to a personal search to discover the presence of prohibited items. The prohibited items may be confiscated, if other arrangements cannot be made for disposal of them. In order for the possession of these items to remain with the passenger, a kiosk is placed in the immediate vicinity of the security check point. The kiosk may be manned or unmanned and contains the materials and devices necessary to ship the item to a desired location. The kiosk may include a bomb proof depository, a camera, a microphone, and a computer with keyboard. The kiosk also has a cash drawer and electronic card readers to complete the financial transaction.