Liquids, Aerosols & Gels (LAGs)

Aviation Security Guidelines for Carry-On Liquids in Hand Luggage at ACZ Commercial Airports.

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Hand Luggage Carry-On Rules

All liquids aerosols and gels (LAGs) shall be handled as follows:

LAGs 100ml Bag Regulation Diagram
100ml Container Max
Per Liquid Item

All LAG's shall be carried in containers with a capacity not greater than 100ml each (or the equivalent in other volumetric measurements, e.g. Fluid ounces).

Any LAGs carried in a container larger than 100ml are not to be accepted even if the container is only part - filled; though empty containers with a capacity greater than 100 ml are permitted.

1-Litre Transparent Bag
Resealable Plastic Pouch

Containers with LAGs should be placed in a transparent re-seal able bag of a maximum capacity not exceeding 1 litre. The indicative size of the 1 Litre bag is: 20.5 cm x 20.5 cm or 25 cm x 15 cm or equivalent. The containers must fit comfortably within the transparent plastic bag, which should be completely closed.

One Bag Per Passenger
Separate Screening

Each passenger is permitted to carry only one such bag, which is to be presented separately for screening.

Examples of LAGs Items

The following are some of the examples:

  • Water and other drinks
  • Syrups
  • Creams, Lotions and Oils
  • Perfumes and Sprays
  • Gels including hair and shower gels
  • Pressurized containers such as shaving foam and deodorants
  • Pastes including, Vaseline and eye shadow
  • Other items with similar consistency
Exemptions & Duty-Free Items

The following items are allowed in hand luggage:

  • Medicine needed during the flight
  • Baby food needed during the flight
Duty-Free Purchases

You may buy any liquids beyond the security check points including the Duty Free Items or in-flight. Items purchased must be packed in security tamper evident bags and accompanied by proof of purchase upon presenting them at the security check point.

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