Keeping New Zealand  skies safe and secure  

Information for passengers

What to expect at the airport

If you want to get through security screening without delay, make sure you are not wearing or carrying anything that will trigger a security alarm or that requires an inspection.

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A to Z of restricted or prohibited items

Learn what you can take with you when you fly from New Zealand airports.

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Powders, liquids, aerosols, and gels

The quantity of powders, liquids, aerosols and gels passengers can carry on board international flights are restricted.

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Items removed during screening

There are two occasions when Avsec could require you to relinquish or remove items from your luggage.

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Learn about body scanners

Avsec is rolling out Advanced Imaging Technology (body scanner) devices across New Zealand’s international airports.

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Our dogs

Avsec’s dogs are different from Customs and MPI dogs. Their job is to sniff for explosives, not drugs or food.

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