Things that are evidently liquid, like drinks and perfume as well as others that lookless obvious, like gels, pastes, lotions, mixture of liquids and solids and the contents of aerosols. Some examples of these are toothpastes, hair gels, face creams, liquid cosmetics, lip-gloss, deodorants, perfumes and shaving foam.
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Is bottle water allowed?
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If the water is in a container over 100ml, it is not permitted.
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What are the limits?
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Only liquids in containers of 100ml or less, fitting comfortably into a one litre transparent plastic bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) when fully closed, are permitted. This transparent bag, with containers of 100ml inside, should then be presented at the passenger security screening area.
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Do I have to place the liquid in a transparent plastic bag?
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Yes, there are no exceptions. When passing through the passenger security screening point for hand baggage, you must place the transparent and re-sealable bag containing liquids, separately in the tray for X-ray screening.
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Q:
Can I bring my own transparent plastic bag from home?
A:
Yes, we strongly encourage you to do so. The bag must be transparent, re-sealable and of a capacity not exceeding one litre. This kind of bag is available at most local supermarkets.
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Q:
Can I take my contact lens solution?
A:
Contact lens solution should be packed into checked in baggage. If you must carry lens solution in your hand baggage, it should be in a container, not more than 100ml and placed inside a transparent and resealable bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) for checking at the passenger security screening point.
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Q:
Can I bring my cough medicine or nose spray in my hand baggage?
A:
Yes, provided that these items are in containers not more than 100ml and placed inside a transparent and resealable bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) for checking at the passenger security screening point. If these items are not essential for use during your flight, we strongly recommend that you pack them into your checked in baggage.
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Q:
Can passengers that need medicines, dietary foods or baby food in liquid form bring these items in their hand baggage?
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The new security screening procedures allow some exemptions. These include essential medicines and dietary requirements in liquid form, for example baby-food or food for people on special diets. Passengers are allowed to bring these items to the screening points in the quantities that they need during their trip.
However, for safeguard purpose, passengers may be required to demonstrate that the product is real medicine or special food, and not something less innocent.
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Q:
Can I still buy liquids, cosmetics or other substances covered by the regulations in the airport shops beyond the passenger security points, and take these on board the aircraft?
A:
You can still buy liquids and other substances covered by the new procedures, in containers of any size, after the security screening point and on board the flights. Liquids and gels purchased after the security screening point or on board will be packed and sealed for you in a tamper-evident bag with receipt issued by the shop or cabin personnel.
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Q:
Are the new procedures applied to certain flights only?
A:
The new procedures are applied to all flights departing from Macau International Airport, regardless of final destination.
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Are the new procedures applied to transfer passengers?
A:
Yes, the news procedures are applied to transfer passengers. If the items have been purchased beyond the passenger security points, these liquids will be placed in a tamper evident bag and therefore should conform to the procedures. Transfer passengers can take these liquids on-board their second flight, as long as the items are still packed in tamper-evident bags with receipts.
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Q:
Is Macau International Airport alone in introducing these new procedures?
A:
No, this is a recommendation requested by the International Civil Aviation Organization on aviation security. These procedures came into effect at all ICAO member state airports from March 1st, 2007.
General Advice for passengers with checked-in baggage
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Q:
What is the best advice to get me through security screening as smoothly as possible?
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You are advised to pack all liquids into checked-in baggage. This will ensure a smooth journey through the passenger security screening area.
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Q:
What can I do if I absolutely have to bring liquid items with me?
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These items should be carried in containers of no more than 100ml and placed in a transparent re-sealable bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) of not more than one litre capacity BEFORE you reach the passenger security screening area and preferably before you set out on your journey. This kind of transparent and re-sealable bag is available at most local supermarkets.
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Q:
What happens if I have liquids of over 100ml going through the passenger security screening point?
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Under the new security screening procedures, containers of over 100ml cannot be taken through the passenger security screening area and will be taken from passengers at that point.
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Q:
If I am travelling on business or on a short weekend break and carry hand baggage only, what should I do?
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Items such as shampoo, conditioner, liquid foundation, perfume, deodorant, toothpaste and contact lens solution should be carried in containers of no more than 100ml. These items should be placed in a transparent and re-sealable plastic bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) of no more than one litre capacity and presented for checking at the passenger security screening area.
Pre-planning in this way will help to get you through security screening more efficiently.
Advice for Ladies
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Q:
Can I take my mascara, lip gloss, Vaseline, face compact, solid lipstick and blusher in my hand baggage?
A:
Yes, provided that these items are placed in a transparent and re-sealable plastic bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) of no more than one litre capacity and presented for checking at the passenger security screening area.
Advice for Gentlemen
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Q:
Can I bring my shaving foam in my hand baggage?
A:
Yes, provided that the item is carried in a container of no more than 100m and placed in a transparent and re-sealable plastic bag (approximately 20cm x 20cm) of no more than one litre capacity and presented for checking at the passenger security screening area.
Advice for Mothers with Babies/Children
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Can I bring baby food/milk through security?
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Yes, baby food (less than or equal to 2 years old) or food for people on special diets is exempted from the new procedures. Passengers are allowed to bring these items through the screening points in the quantities needed during their trip.
Passengers may be required to demonstrate that what they are carrying is real and for genuine use and not something less innocent.
Advice for Passengers Requiring Medication
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Q:
Can I bring my medication on board the aircraft?
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Yes, passengers are allowed to bring essential medication and dietary requirements in liquid form through the screening points in the quantities needed during their trip.
Passengers may be required to demonstrate that what they are carrying is needed (with medical prescription), real and for genuine purpose, and not something less innocent.
Other Queries
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Q:
Will airports or airlines accept any liability for items that have to be left behind at the security check?
A:
Neither airports nor airlines will accept any liability for items that have to be left behind.
The usual terms that are applied to items transported in checked in baggage are also applied to items confiscated for this purpose.
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Q:
What can I do if the shops cannot provide the tamper-evident bags for the liquid products that I buy from the shops beyond the passenger security points?
A:
You should check with the shop assistants before buying any liquids to make sure the purchased items can be carried to the destination.
