Can I Fly With This?
Can I bring camera on a plane?
Quick rules for flying with camera in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.
🇺🇸 United States (TSA)
Allowed in either bag. Spare lithium batteries must be in carry-on only.
🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)
Allowed in both bags; carry-on recommended for valuables. Spare lithium batteries in carry-on only (ICAO rule). Professional video equipment for commercial use may need an ATA Carnet at EU customs.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom (CAA)
Allowed in both; carry-on recommended. Spare batteries in carry-on only. Professional gear for paid work needs an ATA Carnet.
🌎 Latin America
Allowed in both; carry-on recommended. Spare batteries in carry-on only. High-value cameras may need temporary import paperwork (Brazil, Argentina) to avoid duty on return.
🌏 Asia (ICAO / IATA baseline)
Allowed in both — carry-on recommended to avoid theft / damage. Spare lithium batteries in carry-on only (ICAO rule). Professional camera equipment may require a temporary import declaration (ATA Carnet) for paid shoots in Japan, China, India, Thailand.
🇦🇺 Australia & Pacific (CASA)
Allowed in both; carry-on recommended. Spare lithium batteries in carry-on only. Professional video gear for commercial use needs an ATA Carnet at Australia + NZ customs.