Julius Nyerere International Airport

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Baggage

Julius Nyerere International Airport

Baggage

Carry-on bags shouldn't be larger than 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and 9 inches high including handles and wheels. There are no weight restrictions for carry-on luggage but the most common weight is 10kg. To avoid additional charges, please check with your airline before you travel so that you are fully aware of the carry-on baggage allowance included with your airfare.

Check in Baggage, Liquids exceeding 100Ml are not allowed on board, liquids of that nature should be put in the check-in luggage instead. Passengers are advised not to include Cash, Jewellery, Laptop, Camera and other valuable items in the check in luggage.

All knives, sharp objects or cutting implements of any kind and of any length, whether of metal or other material, and some sporting goods must be packed in checked baggage. They cannot be carried in the cabin baggage nor on your person.

Lithium batteries in portable devices can pose a fire risk if not safely handled and packed correctly.  If you are traveling with spare batteries, electronic cigarettes/vapes or back-up power supply (power banks) and most other portable electronic devices, you must carry them in your carry-on baggage and not checked baggage. Any spare batteries must be individually wrapped to prevent short circuit.

For Dangerous goods can only be transported by air if they are prepared by qualified personnel, unless if they are excepted. However, some dangerous goods may be carried in baggage by passengers and crew if the specified requirements can be met. Please check with your airline, prior the date of departure/ arrival if you intend to travel with the Dangerous goods.

You’re allowed to bring firearms and ammunition for shooting and hunting purposes in your checked baggage. You need to have the required permits and licenses and make a reservation for transportation. Please check with your airline, prior the date of departure/ arrival if you intend to travel with firearms and ammunition.

We also recommend that you do not pack valuable items in checked baggage.