04/07/2025
For OFWs, and travelers, it is important to know the restrictions on check-in luggage and hand carry at the airport to avoid delays, fines, or confiscation of items.
Prohibitions in Check-in and Hand Carry at Airport
HAND CARRY IS NOT ALLOWED (CABIN BAG)
Usually, hand carry is only 7 kg. Here are the STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED:
Sharp stuff
• Swordsman, knife, scissors
• Screwdriver, blade, tools
Even if it's small, it's really forbidden.
Liquid exceeding 100ml
• Lotion, shampoo, toothpaste, perfume
• Water, softdrinks, milk
It should only be in 100ml per container and can fit in a 1-liter transparent ziplock.
Lighter, delayed
• Torch lighters are not allowed
• There is only one lighter that can be carried and it should be in the pocket, not in the bag
Power bank exceeding 27,000 mAh (100 Wh)
• Check how expensive your power bank is.
• Should be in hand carry only, check-in is not allowed.Explosives, fireworks, toy guns, stun gunWhether toys or prop, not allowed in the cabin. CHECK-IN BAGGAGE IS NOT ALLOWED
Power bank, lithium batteries
• Should be in hand carry only
• Not allowed to check-in even when off
Flammable liquids/chemicals
• Alcohol (in large amounts), paint, thinner, fuel
• V**e juice that's over the limit Explosives, fireworks, dynamite, etc.
Live animals (unless with permit/pet cargo)
.Compressed gas tanks / Spray paint Perishable food that is easily broken or has a strong smell
• Bagoong, durian, raw fish (without proper packaging)Can Be Carried But With Limit
V**e or E-cigarette
• Should be in hand carry
• Maximum 2 devices only and put in the case
• Max 2 bottles of juice only (100ml each)
Medicines
• Take a prescription if you are taking medicine
• Put in hand carry and don't forget the doctor's note if injectable (like insulin)
Food Souvenir (Baked Goods, Chocolates, Dried Fish)
• Suitable for check-in if sealed and the packaging is good
• It's better at check-in so it won't be visible during inspection
Tip: Don't Bring...
• Too many canned goods (especially 6+ cans)
• Alcoholic drinks that exceed the limit (usually only 2 bottles allowed)
• Water in hand carry – you will just buy it after immigration