Put your safety and that of others first. Learn what you can and cannot bring on board our aircrafts.
On flights to the USA, you are not permitted to carry powders or powdered substances (such as flour, sugar, ground coffee, spices, powdered milk, and cosmetics) in containers larger than 350 ml (12 oz) in your hand baggage. If you need to carry these items, we recommend that you place them in your hold baggage. This restriction does not apply to prescription powdered medicines, powdered infant formula, or products purchased at duty-free, provided they are carried in a tamper-evident bag.
On flights to or from the USA, you may be subject to additional checks of your hand baggage and a detailed inspection of your footwear and all electrical and electronic devices you carry. It is also strictly prohibited to carry lighters to this destination in hand and hold baggage.
Transportation of specified items is subject to certain conditions, which may vary according to customs regulations and security checks at the airport of each country (origin or destination).
Please note that all items must be for personal and domestic use only. To transport items in commercial quantities, please dispatch them as Cargo.
Please contact us to request approval for the transportation of a hazardous item or to clarify any questions.
Batteries / alkaline batteries, lithium metal batteries (up to 2 g) or lithium-ion batteries (up to 100 Wh).
Spare batteries (including power banks) must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.
They must:
They can only be carried in hand baggage and their use is not permitted at any stage of the flight.
Passengers are permitted to carry a maximum of two lithium-ion power banks per person; for safety reasons, these devices must not be used or charged on board.
Electronic devices powered by lithium batteries, including PED (1) (Portable Electronic Devices) or PMED (2) (Portable Medical Electronic Devices).
(1) Lithium-ion batteries only in electronic devices and PMED (power between 100 and 160 Wh, or 2 and 8 g). e 8 g).
(2) Metal batteries only in PMED (power between 2 and 8 g).
Non-spillable batteries with a maximum of 12 V and 100 Wh.
Portable electronic devices for personal use that are powered by lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries, including medical devices, such as portable oxygen concentrators (POC), and electronic equipment, such as cameras, mobile phones, laptops, and tablets.
Electronic devices powered by lithium batteries, including PED (1) (Portable Electronic Devices) or PMED (2) (Portable Medical Electronic Devices).
(1) Lithium-ion batteries only in electronic devices and PMED (power between 100 and 160 Wh, or 2 and 8 g).
(2) Metal batteries only in PMED (power between 2 and 8 g).
Portable electronic devices with non-spillable batteries (up to 12 V and 100 Wh).
Battery-powered leisure items (small vehicles), equipped with a removable or non-removable lithium battery, used for personal transportation, including rideable suitcases (e.g. hoverboards, mini-Segways, Segway, airwheels, solowheel, e-bikes and diver propulsion vehicle):
Fuel cells that power portable electronic devices such as cameras, cell phones, laptops, and video cameras.
Battery-operated wheelchairs or other similar mobility aids powered by flooded batteries.
Battery-operated wheelchairs or other similar mobility aids with non-spillable batteries.
Lithium-ion batteries for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
With the exception of the children seats, for safety reasons, on board TAP aircraft it is not possible to use comfort equipment that:
Inflatable cubes to be placed in the foot area can only be used if they have a valve that allows them to be deflated quickly, so that they can be quickly deflated and accommodated in abnormal or emergency situations.
During taxi, take-off, landing and whenever indicated by the crew, your comfort equipment cannot be used and must be stored with the rest of your hand luggage.
If in doubt, our crews will be able to clarify which equipment can be used on board and in which phases of the flight it can be used.
To use equipment that provides greater comfort for passengers with special needs, it is necessary to submit an authorization request to TAP. This request must be made at least 48h before the flight so that it can be reviewed.
Non-flammable aerosols, with no associated risks, for sports activities or personal use.
Small cylinders of non-flammable and non-toxic gas for the operation of mechanical prostheses.
It includes aerosols such as hairspray, perfumes, colognes, and medical supplies containing alcohol.
Heat-producing articles or battery-powered equipment capable of producing extreme heat to the point of causing a fire when activated. Examples: flashlights and soldering irons
Example: dry shipper, fully absorbed in porous material, only including non-hazardous contents.
Strike anywhere matches, blue flame, cigar lighters, or lighters powered by lithium batteries.
Carbon dioxide as solid form, used to package perishable goods or items considered dangerous.
Security bags, safes, and money sacks, particularly those containing dangerous substances such as lithium batteries or pyrotechnic material.
Radioisotope cardiac markers or other devices, including lithium battery-operated devices.
Access the comprehensive list of prohibited articles in air passenger transport here. (Content available in portuguese only).
Pistols, firearms, and other devices that fire projectiles: devices that can or appear to be capable of causing serious injury by firing a projectile, including:
Neutralizing devices: devices specifically designed to stun or immobilize, including:
Sharp or cutting objects: objects that can cause severe injuries due to their sharp point or edges, including:
Work tools: tools that can cause severe injury or threaten the safety of the aircraft, including:
Blunt instruments: objects that can cause severe injury if used in a physical assault, including:
Explosives, incendiary substances, and devices: explosive and incendiary materials and devices that can cause severe injury or threaten the safety of the aircraft, including:
Explosives, incendiary substances, and devices: explosive and incendiary materials and devices that can cause severe injury or threaten the safety of the aircraft, including: