To keep your travels smooth and stress free, new, standardised rules for carrying power banks in hand luggage will apply from 1 January 2026. These updates follow international safety guidelines for lithium‑ion batteries.

What you can still take on board

Power banks remain hand‑luggage only – they cannot go in checked baggage.

Here’s what applies:

• Up to 100 Wh
  → You can bring your power bank without any restrictions.

• 100 to 160 Wh
  → You can bring up to two power banks, each requiring pre‑approval from the airline.

• More than 160 Wh
  → Power banks of this size are not permitted on the aircraft.

A quick pre‑flight check helps:
Make sure the Wh (watt‑hour) rating is visible on your power bank. If it is not printed, it must be clearly traceable through other values such as volts and mAh.

Why these rules are changing

Lithium‑ion batteries can generate heat if they are damaged or misused. The new, harmonised rules help identify and manage potential risks early so your journey stays safe and relaxed.

What this means for you

For most people, nothing major changes. The new guidelines simply make it easier to choose the right power bank and travel well prepared.