AvSec removed more than 190,000 batteries from passengers’ carry-on and checked-in luggage in 2022. Make sure your batteries leave the airport with you, and check the restrictions before you travel.

All spare or loose batteries are prohibited from checked-in luggage

Checked-in

Loose or spare batteries

Any loose or spare batteries

Wireless ear buds / hearing aid chargers

Wireless ear buds / hearing aid chargers

Power banks

Power banks

Power tool / drone batteries

Power tool / drone batteries

Batteries are permitted in carry-on

Carry-on

Batteries must be protected by packaging or terminals covered.

Each person is allowed a total of 20 spare batteries.

Batteries must be protected by packaging or terminals covered.

Check-in and carry-on battery restrictions flyer [PDF 780 KB]

For more information on the restrictions, go to:

What can I bring: Lithium batteries

What can I bring: Power banks

What can I bring: Ear buds (wireless) / AirPods

What can I bring: Hearing aids

What can I bring: Dry-cell and nickel-metal hydride

What can I bring: Sealed lead acid

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