As part of international safety measures to protect you and your loved ones when travelling, some items may be prohibited on the aircraft. It is an offence if you fail to comply with these measures, as the safety of all passengers on the flight could be compromised.
Generally, you must not take on board items listed below. Do note that these lists are not exhaustive.
1. Am I allowed to use power banks onboard the aircraft?
Passengers must not recharge power banks at any time on board the aircraft. Additionally, passengers are advised not to use power banks to recharge any portable electronic devices on board the aircraft.
2. Are there limits on the capacity (Watt‑hour (Wh)/mAh) of power banks? And does this rule apply to all power banks regardless of capacity or size?
| Item | Carriage limits and requirements |
Power banks with Watt-hour rating of not more than 100Wh (approximately 27,000mAh) |
ALLOWED.
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Power banks with Watt-hour rating of more than 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh |
ALLOWED, SUBJECT TO AIRLINE’S APPROVAL.
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Power banks with a Watt-hour rating exceeding 160Wh |
NOT ALLOWED |
3. Can I carry four power banks if I have two power banks not exceeding 100 Wh and another two power banks of more than 100 Wh but not exceeding 160 Wh?
No. The maximum limit is two power banks per person in total, regardless of their Watt-hour rating.
4. Am I allowed to bring more than two if the excess power banks are brand-new inbox and unopened (e.g. gifts)?
No. Each person is restricted to a maximum of two power banks on board the aircraft. This includes power banks in retail packaging that may be purchased from retailers at the airports.
5. Am I allowed to pack the excess power banks above the limit in my check-in baggage?
No. Power banks are strictly not permitted in checked baggage. They must only be carried by passengers in hand-carry luggage so that any incident involving power banks during flight may be handled without delay.
6. How should I pack my power banks for air travel?
Power banks must be individually protected against short circuits. This can be done either by taping over exposed terminals or placing each unit in a separate plastic bag or protective pouch.
7. Can I stow my power banks in the cabin’s overhead compartment?
Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the appropriate stowage locations of power banks in the aircraft cabin, as stowage policies may differ between airlines.
8. Are there any exceptions for specific groups of travellers from the restrictions (e.g. diplomatic travellers, crew etc.)?
There are no exceptions for any groups of travellers.
9. What will happen if a passenger departing from Singapore brings more than two power banks?
From 15 April 2026, 0001hrs (Singapore time), passengers carrying more than two power banks will be required to dispose of the excess power banks before the flight.
10. Is a portable electronic device with charging capabilities considered a power bank?
Power banks (also known as power packs or mobile batteries) are portable devices primarily designed to supply power to other equipment. They are made up of one or more cells and function as universal external power sources capable of charging multiple devices.
To illustrate, a 20 Wh power pack that is also fitted with a small light is considered a power bank while a mobile phone that has reverse charging capabilities is not considered as a power bank.
11. Does a phone with a battery case count as a power bank?
Yes. The removable case that contains a battery for charging a mobile phone is considered a power bank.
12. Do the same restrictions apply to laptops?
No. A laptop is not considered a power bank.
Singapore implemented guidelines that restrict the amount of liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) that passengers can carry in their hand-carried luggage. LAGs that do not meet the guidelines must be checked-in.
Guidelines on LAGs
These apply to all flights departing from Singapore.
LAGs purchased at Changi which are in containers larger than 100ml should be kept sealed in their sealed tamper-evident bags provided by the shops, with the receipt clearly displayed in the sealed bags.
Shopping within Public Area
If you have purchased LAGs from shops within Changi Airport's Public Areas, please place the items into your check-in luggage prior to checking-in for your flight. If the items do not exceed a maximum capacity of 100ml per container, you may hand-carry them in the 1-litre transparent and re-sealable plastic bag, which must be completely closed.
Shopping within Departure Transit Area
You can continue to purchase LAGs, such as liquor, wine, beer, perfumes and cosmetics, at shops located within Changi Airport's Departure Transit Area.
Please ensure that LAGs purchased at Changi which are in containers larger than 100ml should be sealed in security tamper evident bags, with the receipt clearly displayed in these bags.
If your items are in containers with a maximum capacity of not more than 100ml each, you may choose to hand-carry them in the 1-litre transparent and re-sealable plastic bag, which must be completely closed.
If you are transferring or transiting at other airports, please check the restrictions applicable at those airports.
Do check with Changi Airport shop staff for details.
If you are travelling to Australia or the United States, or are travelling on United Airlines, you are strongly encouraged to check with your airline if you are eligible to purchase LAGs (liquor, perfumes and cosmetics only) in Changi or refer to this guide. If eligible, you must make your purchase at least 90 minutes prior to the departure time. For all other passengers, there is no cut-off time for the purchase of LAGs in Changi Airport prior to the departure time.
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