Planning to go abroad
Remember to allow extra time for security checks for flights to and from UK, EU, USA and many other airports and note new security restrictions for Hand Luggage:
Each passenger may only carry ONE item of Hand Baggage through the airport security search check point with a maximum hand luggage size of 56cm x 45cm x 25cm (British Airways, Easy Jet) to fit in overhead locker. Different airlines may specify smaller sizes so check beforehand. Please remember that any personal bags, such as handbags, small laptops bags etc. may only be carried if within the single baggage allowance of each airline. (Check beforehand for exceptions such as for a baby carriers, musical instruments such as violins or larger instruments that may require the purchase of extra seat).
Certain items such as liquids may only be allowed if container capacity is less than 100ml (including perfumes, sprays and aerosols) and they must be put in a single transparent resealable plastic bag approx 20cm x 20cm. (Small freezer bag size). Check with airline about extra allowance for baby milk etc. Anything outside these limits will NOT be allowed in your hand luggage but may be allowed in hold luggage.
If you want to take larger containers of liquids or aerosol cans on flights please remember to put all liquid items and also any sharp items into your hold baggage before checking in. This includes water and other drinks, creams, sprays, spray deodorants, lotions, pastes, toothpaste and gels. (Please note that some liquids can still be purchased in duty free and departure areas). All sharp items will also have to be put in hold baggage beforehand.
If in doubt about what you may carry on board and what has to be placed in hold luggage then please contact local Department of transport or other authorities. |
