To ensure your safety, and to be in compliance with international regulations, please note that there are restrictions placed on dangerous goods and other security restricted articles allowed in passenger baggage. Dangerous goods are items that pose a hazard to health, safety, property or the environment.
Take a look at the information below to find out which dangerous goods are allowed and which are not allowed, and whether you may carry the allowed goods on your person, in your hand baggage or in your checked baggage. If you require the prior permission of Qatar Airways to carry any dangerous goods, please contact us at least 72 hours prior to your flight.
Dangerous goods that do not appear below are prohibited to be carried in checked or carry-on baggage, or on one’s person.
In addition, please refer to the 'Visa and other requirements' section to ensure you adhere to any country-specific restrictions depending on your route. .
The amounts shown above may be subject to further restrictions and/or regulations, depending on the product or physical state of the substance, such as Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAGs) regulations, and local regulations.
When packing dangerous goods, please adhere to the regulations of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and relevant local authorities.
Lithium batteries specifications
Lithium batteries
Whether a lithium battery can be carried by air or not depends on its configuration and either watt-hour (Wh) rating, if it is rechargeable, or lithium content (LC), if it is non-rechargeable.
Check the following table to find out if your battery can be carried in your baggage.
| Watt-Hour rating (Wh) or (Li content) | Configuration | Hand baggage | Checked baggage | Operator Approval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 100 Wh (2g) | Battery in equipment | Yes (Maximum of 15 devices) | Yes (Maximum of 15 devices) | No |
| ≤ 100 Wh (2g) | Spare battery | Yes (Maximum of 20 batteries of all types) | No | No |
| > 100 to ≤ 160 Wh (2-8g) | Battery in equipment | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| > 100 to ≤ 160 Wh (2-8g) | Spare battery: Any battery which is above 160Wh or 8g lithium, must be presented and carried as “Air cargo” in accordance with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. If the battery is related to a mobility device which you will take with you, please contact us for more details on the carriage of such batteries. | Yes (Maximum of 2 batteries) | No | Yes |
| ≤ 100Wh | Power banks | Yes (Maximum of 2 power banks per passenger) | No | No |
| > 160Wh | Power banks | Forbidden | ||
- To convert amp-hours (Ah) to watt-hours (Wh), multiply rated capacity (Ah) by the nominal voltage (V). If the Ah is given in milliAmps (mAh), divide the number by 1000 to get the Ah.
- You may carry a maximum of 20 batteries, regardless of the type of battery. This limit is applicable for all types of batteries including lithium batteries, dry batteries, alkaline batteries, nickel cadmium batteries, etc.
- You may not carry spare batteries in your checked baggage. At the airport, for any reason, if you had to load your hand baggage in the aircraft hold as checked baggage, please make sure that there are no spare batteries in that baggage. If available, please take them out and carry them in your hand baggage.
- The terminals of all spare batteries must be individually protected from short circuits by placing the batteries in their original retail packaging or insulating terminals. You may insulate terminals by taping over exposed terminals or packing each battery into a separate plastic bag or a protective pouch.
- Please switch off all equipment containing batteries, such as cameras, laptops and mobile phones, and ensure that you take measures to prevent unintentional activation when they are carried in your checked baggage.
- You may not carry damaged, defective and recalled lithium batteries, (including power banks) and devices containing such batteries, with you, in your hand baggage or checked baggage.
For your safety and for the safety of others, please refer to product recall website(s) applicable to your region, to understand more about such products recalled by manufacturers and/or by local regulators due to safety reasons.
Lithium batteries classification
- Small (up to 100 Wh or up to 2g lithium metal) batteries include those used in mobile phones, watches, MP3 players and most original laptop batteries.
- Medium (100-160 Wh or up to 8g lithium metal) batteries include some extended-life batteries for laptops, and batteries used by audio or video professionals.
- Large (more than 160 Wh / more than 8g lithium metal) batteries are primarily used in industry and include those found in some electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as mobility devices and scooters.
Additional information for USA and UK bound flights
Passengers on UK and USA bound Qatar Airways flights departing or transiting from Hamad International Airport with personal electronic devices must adhere to the following instructions.
UK bound flights
- You may be asked by security staff to turn on personal electronic devices that are larger than a mobile phone, including tablets, e-books and laptops and remove protective casing during the security screening conducted at the boarding gate.
- Ensure your electronic device(s) has sufficient power to be switched on to demonstrate its functionality.
USA bound flights
- All personal electronic devices carried on board all USA bound flights from Doha, are subject to enhanced security screening.
- You may be asked by security staff to turn on personal electronic devices that are larger than a mobile phone, including tablets, e-books and laptops and remove protective casing during the security screening conducted at the boarding gate.
Additional security measures for international flights to or from the USA
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screens all airline passengers and baggage. For further information, please visit the U.S. Department of Homeland Security website.
Connecting carriers
If your journey involves a carrier other than Qatar Airways or Virgin Australia*, please note that you may not book dangerous goods, which you require prior permission from Qatar Airways to carry, on interline and/or code-share journeys (itineraries). This rule does not apply for battery-powered wheelchairs or mobility aids. In such scenarios, please contact us for more information.
*If your journey involves flight(s) operated by Virgin Australia, some variations may apply. Please visit the Virgin Australia website for further details.