Travel with confidence. Our carry-on guide outlines what you can take on board from liquids and electronics to power banks and sharp objects for a smooth security check.
What You Can Take as Hand Luggage
Allowed Items in Your Carry-On
Most everyday items are permitted when packed correctly. Liquid restrictions vary depending on your departure airport. Keep medicines and baby food ready for screening. Power banks and spare lithium batteries must travel in your carry-on and be individually protected against short-circuiting (for example with tape). Laptops, cameras and small tools usually pass security when screened separately. Always check your departure airport and airline for local requirements.
Prohibited in the Cabin
For safety, sharp or bladed items such as knives or multitools with blades longer than 6 cm,* flammable liquids, aerosols, fireworks, and corrosive materials are not allowed in hand luggage.
Common Examples at a Glance
Deodorant: permitted in carry-on. Liquid restrictions depend on your departure airport.
Power bank: allowed in carry-on only, terminals protected.
Swiss Army Knife™: may be accepted in hand luggage if the blade is shorter than 6 cm, depending on airport and airline regulations; when in doubt, pack it in checked baggage.*
Lighter: one per person, carried on you.
Laptop or tablet: allowed in carry-on; remove for screening if requested.
Food and snacks: solids permitted; liquids follow the 100 ml rule.
Regulations can differ, so always confirm your route and airline before packing.*
Hand Luggage FAQs
Before You Fly
Security regulations can vary between airlines, airports and countries.
Always review your airline's and departure airport's latest safety rules before travelling.
*According to Zurich Airport security regulations (extracted July 2026), knives or scissors with blades over 6 cm must be packed in checked baggage. Liquid restrictions may also vary depending on your departure airport. Always verify the latest rules before travelling, as restrictions differ by country, airport and airline. Victorinox recommends transporting your Swiss Army Knife™ in checked baggage whenever possible.