Eurostar security control: Taking pocket knife for camping
I want to go camping in the UK. A Swiss army knife, or any pocket knife, is standard equipment to go camping. Now I'm wondering if border control will allow me to go through, with a knife in my backpack. I have no idea on how thorough the scanning of my backpack is, or how strict the border control is in such cases.
I'm taking the Eurostar to go to the UK, but I think this question may hold for any border control.
Best Answer
To confirm what Gagravarr has said: the restrictions essentially amount to "you cannot bring a knife that it would be illegal to carry in the UK". I have travelled by Eurostar with a Swiss Army knife in my bag: they wanted to see it (showed up on xray), but there were no difficulties.
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Can I take a pocket knife on Eurostar?
All flick knives, gravity knives and daggers. Folding/lock pocket knives are also banned. Small folding pocket knives with blades under 75mm without a locking mechanism are the exception and are permitted. Any other weapon made, adapted or intended for use as an offensive weapon.Do you go through security on Eurostar?
Just like an airline, Eurostar works with European authorities to ensure a high level of security on each journey. It might mean an extra step at the station but since safety's our top priority, we take our security checks seriously.Can you travel with a Swiss Army Knife?
Checked Bags: YesExcept for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.Can you bring scissors on Eurostar?
No restrictions on liquids or tweezers and scissors. You have to put your bags through an x-ray machine and walk through a metal detector after you check in.Bushcraft Camp with Minimal Kit. Swiss Army knife. Poncho Shelter. Raised Bed. Mors Kochanski.
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