An extra battery in a hand luggage?

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I normally carry an extra battery for my electronics. I am travelling in Europe.

Is it allowed to have an extra battery in a hand luggage?



Best Answer

Yes, you can. There is the list of prohibited objects in hand luggage according to EU regulations. As batteries are not listed you can carry them without further trouble.




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Can I take an extra battery pack on plane?

Lithium-ion (rechargeable) batteries and portable batteries that contain lithium-ion can only be packed in carry-on baggage. They're limited to a rating of 100 watt hours (Wh) per battery. With airline approval, you can bring two larger spare batteries (up to 160 Wh).

What happens if you have batteries in your checked luggage?

If carry-on baggage is checked at the gate or planeside, spare lithium batteries, electronic cigarettes, and vaping devices must be removed from the baggage and kept with the passenger in the aircraft cabin. Even in carry-on baggage, these items should be protected from damage, accidental activation and short circuits.

Do batteries go in case or hand luggage?

Alkaline batteries and spare dry batteries must be sealed, packed up and taken on board in your hand luggage only. This also applies to lithium batters - keep them in checked luggage not cabin baggage.



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