Restricted & prohibited items

Special regulations

• Dangerous goods

  You may not bring objects that present a risk of injury to you, another traveler or SAS employees, such as items with a sharp point or sharp edge, onboard SAS flights.

  Certain items, such as flammable, corrosive, radioactive or oxidizing items are considered dangerous goods and may not be carried on the aircraft. 

  Electronic cigars, pipes and cigarettes may not be used onboard SAS flights. These items must remain in your carry-on during the entire trip.

  SAS complies with IATA guidelines for dangerous goods as well as Federal Aviation Administration guidelines (FAA).

• Lithium batteries

  There are certain restrictions for carrying lithium batteries, and SAS follows the IATA guidelines for transport of lithium batteries.

  Hover boards and mono wheels powered by lithium batteries must be sent as cargo and may not be carried in checked or carry-on bags.

• Liquids

  You are allowed to bring a small amount of liquids, such as aerosols, lotions, gels and pastes, in your carry-on baggage. They must be packed in containers that hold a maximum of 100 ml each. The total amount of liquids must not exceed 1 liter. All your liquids have to be placed in one clear 1-liter plastic bag.

  Containers that are larger than 100 ml each regardless of amount inside must be in checked baggage.

• Powder-like substance

  Powder – or powder-like substances in cans containing more than 350 ml each, may not be carried in the passenger’s hand baggage on SAS flights to the US, with the following exceptions:

  • Medicines in powder form, with valid prescription.
  • Baby food and powder used on small children for body care – in original packages.
  • Urns with cremation ash.

  We recommended that you pack your powder-like substances In your checked baggage. For further information, see the website of the U.S. Transport Security Administration (TSA).

• Import and export of food

  There are special regulations on importing and exporting animal products in the EU. Visit European Commission website to find out more.

• Restrictions

  For security reasons the European Commission prohibits carrying certain items on the aircraft. When traveling to, from or via the US, please visit the Federal Aviation Administration.

  Enhanced security

  The US Department of Homeland Security is implementing enhanced security measures, both seen and unseen, at all last-point-of-departure airports in 105 countries around the world. Travelers flying to the United States may experience additional screening of their person and property. There are no changes to items allowed in carry-on and checked baggage. The enhanced security measures include but are not limited to:

  • Enhanced overall traveler screening.
  • Heightened screening of personal electronic devices.
    
  • Increased security protocols around aircraft and in passenger areas.
    
  • Deploying advanced technology, expanding canine screening and establishing additional preclearance locations.

  For more information, please visit: Fact Sheet - Aviation Enhanced Security Measures for All Commercial Flights to the United States.