For security reasons, restrictions and prohibitions have been placed on certain items. Familiarise yourself with the security measuresthat Luxembourg Airport has in place in order to pass through security with ease.
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Forbidden Items and Liquid Restrictions
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Prohibited Items
The following list of items are prohibited and cannot, under any circumstances, be carried in hand luggage on board the aircraft.
Guns, Firearms and other Projectile Firing Devices
Firearms of all types – such as pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns
Toy guns, replicas and imitation firearms capable of being mistaken for real weapons
Component parts of firearms (excluding telescopic sights)
Compressed air and CO2 guns – such as pistols, pellet guns, rifles and ball bearing guns
Signal flare pistols and starter pistols
Bows, crossbows and arrows
Harpoon guns and spear guns
Slingshots and catapults
Stunning Devices
Devices for shocking – such as stun guns, Tasers and stun batons
Animal stunners and animal killers
Disabling and incapacitating chemicals, gases and sprays – such as mace, pepper sprays, capsicum sprays, tear gas, acid sprays and animal repellent sprays
Objects with a Sharp Point or Sharp Edge
Items designed for chopping – such as axes, hatchets and cleavers
Ice axes and ice picks
Razor blades
Box cutters
Knives with blades of more than 6 cm
Scissors with blades of more than 6 cm as measured from the fulcrum
Material arts equipment with a sharp point or sharp edge
Swords and sabres
Workman’s Tools
Crowbars
Drills and drill bits – including cordless portable power drills
Tools with a blade or a shaft of more than 6 cm capable of use as a weapon – such as screwdrivers and chisels
Saws – including cordless portable power saws
Blowtorches
Bolt guns and nail guns
Blunt Instruments
Baseball and softball bats
Clubs and batons – such as billy clubs, batons and night sticks
Martial arts equipment
Explosives and Incendiary Substances and Devices
Ammunition
Blasting caps
Detonators and fuses
Mines, grenades and other explosive military stores
Fireworks and other pyrotechnics
Smoke-generating canisters and smoke-generating cartridges
Dynamite, gunpowder and plastic explosives
All the objects and products listed above (with the exception of explosive and incendiary substances and devices) can be transported in the hold. However, the transport in the hold of dangerous materials, weapons and ammunition is subject to specific measures and regulations for which we invite you to inquire before your departure with your airline and the Grand Ducal Police.
Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAG) in Hand Luggage
The below section refers to all liquids, aerosols and gel, both cosmetic and consumable. For example, toothpaste, lotions, contents of pressurised containers, perfumes, shaving foam, drinks, syrups and any other item of similar consistency.
All LAGs in containers holding 100ml or less can be taken in hand luggage(container capacity must be indicated).
All LAGs must be removed from your hand luggage and placed in a transparent, re-sealable one litre plastic bag. The bag must fit all the items comfortably and must be completely closed. At the security area, place the plastic bag in the tray with the rest of your items.
Please note that any LAGs in containers over 100ml will not be permitted through security, we ask you to kindly place these items in your checked-in luggage instead.
LAGs from the Airport’s Duty Free
LAGs that are purchased at the airport’s duty free will be packaged in an official sealed security bag. Provided that these items aren’t removed from the bag and the bag remains sealed, they can be taken through security with the presentation of valid proof of purchase. Please note that it may be necessary to remove the item from the sealed bag during screening.
Liquid Medicines and Baby Food
LAGs that are required for medical or special dietary reasons, including baby food, are permitted in your hand luggage without any obligation to present a medical certification. However, this is subject to specific security controls so please make sure you have valid documentation to avoid these items being refused.
Laptops and Other Electrical Items
Before the screening process all laptops, cables and other large electronics need to be removed from your hand luggage and any bags, such as laptop bags, that they may be contained within. These will then be screened separately to your hang luggage.
Do not leave your bag unattended
As more and more travelers move throughout the terminal, we would like to take a moment to remind you to remain with your luggage at all times and never leave it unattended. What exactly do we mean by this? Your luggage should always remain within your eyesight; including during your shopping and bathroom breaks. This helps prevent it from theft, damage, and interrupting your travel experience. If you see unattended luggage, please report this to the nearest member of staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the cheese I bought to bring as a gift confiscated at the security checkpoint?
Certain items, such as soft cheese, marzipan, and foie gras, are not permitted in hand luggage due to security and safety regulations. However, these items may be allowed in checked luggage. For more information, you can check the full list of restricted items here: https://www.lux-airport.lu/information/customs-security/
Why is it not allowed to take liquids over 100 ml in hand luggage?
For security reasons, liquids in hand luggage are restricted to containers of no more than 100 ml each, with a total volume of 1 liter allowed in a resealable plastic bag. Any liquids exceeding this limit must be placed in checked baggage. At the security checkpoint, any containers over 100 ml will be confiscated and disposed of. Unopened, sealed containers are donated to various organizations. For more details, you can check the full hand luggage policy here: https://www.lux-airport.lu/information/customs-security/
Are there any unexpected items that are prohibited in hand luggage?
Items such as marzipan, foie gras, snow globes, sausages, soft cheese, pâté, cakes with cream, and modelling clay are prohibited in hand luggage due to security and safety regulations. While these items are not allowed in the cabin, they may be permitted in hold baggage. Please check with your airline for specific guidelines.
Is there a smoking area after security?
No, there is no smoking area after security, and smoking is prohibited inside the terminal building. Designated smoking areas are available outside the terminal, in front of the building. Please note that once you've passed through security, you cannot return to the smoking area.
We plan to go away for a hen's night and want to surprise the group with a handheld firework.Is that allowed?
Fireworks, firecrackers, and any other pyrotechnic devices are strictly prohibited at the airport, both in hand luggage and checked baggage, for safety and security reasons.
Can I carry electronics through airport security?
Yes you can. During security check, laptops, tablets, cables, and other large electrical items must be removed from hand luggage and screened separately.
Is there any chance of getting my item back after it being confiscated at security?
No, unfortunately there is no possibility of getting a confiscated item back. However, the security staff will always offer you three possibilities:
abandon the item;
go back to your car and leave it there;
check the item into your checked-in luggage.
Can I carry drinks and cosmetics purchased from Luxembourg Airport shopping area on board the aircraft?
Yes, you can take the drinks and cosmetics bought in our Shops or Restaurants on board. You will get a sealed bag which is according to the security restrictions and therefore it is accepted on board.
What is the limit of liquid that can be carried in my hand luggage?
Any liquids, aerosols and gels* carried in hand luggage must not exceed 100ml and must be placed and fit easily into a single transparent sealable plastic bag that has a capacity of no greater than 1 litre. The bag must be completely sealed. These items must be taken out of hand luggage and shown to security staff whilst you are passing through the security check. * Liquids, aerosols and gels include pastes, lotions, liquid/solid mixtures and the content of pressurised containers such as toothpaste, hair gel, drinks, perfumes, shaving foam, and other articles of similar consistency.
Can I carry baby food and milk through security?
Yes, according to the European legislation, milk and baby food are authorised for people travelling with their children, in the quantities required during the trip. You will be requested to present the food to the officials when passing through security before you board. Otherwise, you are requested to put it in your checked-in baggage.
Can I carry bottles of water through security?
Yes, you are allowed to take bottles of water in your hand luggage, provided that the liquid does not exceed 100 millilitres or equivalent. The water must beplaced in a sealable, transparent plastic bag with a capacity not exceeding 1 litre.
Can I carry food through security?
Yes. We would like to inform you that stuffed foodstuffs, liquids (drinks, soups, syrups) or foodstuffs of an analogous consistence (cheese, flans, creamy or gelatinous cakes, chocolates, etc.), or the content of pressurised containers, are subject to the regulations governing “liquids, aerosols and gels,” which comprises pastes (toothpaste, cheese, pâté, foie gras…), and gels (hair gel, shower gel, etc.), and are therefore prohibited in the hand luggage. You are therefore advised to check them in as hold baggage. Dry cakes or sandwiches (except for pâté or foie gras, for instance) are conversely allowed in hand luggage.
Can I carry my medication in my hand luggage?
Solid or liquid medicinal products required for travel are authorised in the cabin without medical prescription (which is not mandatory). They must nonetheless be shown at the security check points for additional arbitrary inspection at Luxembourg airport upon departure.
If during such an inspection, a liquid medicinal product that exceeds 100 ml does not comply with the regulation in force, it will be refused. In such a case, a prescription could facilitate the final decision of the authorities.
Can I carry cough medicine or nose spray in my hand luggage?
Solid or liquid medicinal products (including nose spay) required for travel are authorised in the cabin without medical prescription (which is not mandatory). They must nonetheless be shown at the security check points for additional arbitrary inspection at Luxembourg airport upon departure.
If during such an inspection, a liquid medicinal product that exceeds 100 ml does not comply with the regulation in force, it will be refused. In such a case, a prescription could facilitate the final decision of the authorities.
Can I carry e-cigarettes through airport security?
Kindly contact your airline to enquire whether e-cigarettes are allowed on your flight.
