UAE passengers were alerted of an important new flight rule, as Emirates banned the use of power banks on board from October.
To aid in safe travel, a number of items are banned in cabin baggage by UAE airport authorities. Some others are not banned, but have restrictions placed on them regarding the quantity or kind of object being carried.
While this list is provided by airport authorities, there may be further restrictions depending on the airline. It is always advised to contact the airline you are travelling with for updated, carrier-specific regulations.
Banned in hand baggage in Dubai
According to Dubai Airports, the following goods are not allowed to be carried in cabin baggage:
- Hammers
- Nails
- Screw drivers and sharp work tools
- Scissors with blades longer than 6cm
- Personal grooming kit (parts longer than 6cm will be confiscated)
- Swords and sharp objects
- Handcuffs
- Firearms
- Ammunition of flare guns
- Laser guns
- Walkie talkie
- Lighters. However, only one lighter on the person of the passenger is permitted.
- Bats
- Martial arts weapons
- Drills
- Ropes
- Measuring tapes
- Packing tapes
- Electrical cables, except for personal trip use
Restrictions for hand baggage in Dubai
- Avoid carrying liquids, unless it is absolutely necessary. According to Dubai Airports, an individual liquid container must not exceed 100ml.
- Passengers can carry a maximum of 10 containers, equivalent to one litre.
- If the passenger carries any medications, it must be accompanied by a doctor’s prescription.
- If the passenger has a metal medical device in their body, a doctor’s certificate must be presented to the authorities.
- Power banks can be carried, however they must not exceed an output of 100Wh. If above 100Wh and 160Wh, the device may be permitted, depending on airline regulations. However, it can not exceed 160Wh; power banks must also not be used during the flight.
While these items can be carried in cabin baggage, certain rules must be followed:
- Liquids: Only limited quantities can be carried, up to 100ml. This includes bottled toiletries, drinks, fragrances, cosmetics and all frozen liquids. The bottles should be placed in a clear, re-sealable 20cm x 20cm plastic bag, and presented separately to staff at X-ray screening point.
- Medicines and special foodstuff: Items such as baby food, and medicines should be carried separately. Authorities may ask the passenger to provide proof of authenticity for any medicine, such as a prescription or letter from a medical practitioner.
