Are you travelling abroad via Birmingham Airport soon? If you’ve heard about the new security technology that UK airports are starting to use, you might be wondering about the liquid rules currently in place.

The government originally asked all UK airports to have the new scanning technology in place from June 1, 2024 however, it announced that it has granted extensions to several large UK airports unable to meet the deadline to fully install the technology.

The new scanners produce more detailed images, meaning passengers can be allowed to pass through airport security with containers holding up to two litres of liquid in their hand luggage.

They will also mean that laptops and tablets won’t need to be removed from hand luggage.

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Current liquid rules at Birmingham Airport

If you’re travelling via Birmingham Airport, it’s worth knowing the liquid rules that are currently in place.

All liquids must be no more than 100ml and stored in “individual containers”, the Birmingham Airport website explains.

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The containers of liquids must be stored in a transparent and re-sealable bag measuring 20cm x 20cm.

There is an allowance of one bag for liquids per passenger. Liquids include:

  • E-cigarettes and associated items
  • Cigarette lighters
  • Water, drinks, soups and syrups
  • Creams, lotions and oils, including lipstick and Vaseline
  • Perfumes
  • Sprays
  • Gels, including hair and shower gels
  • Contents of pressurised containers, including shaving foam, other foams and deodorants
  • Pastes, including toothpaste
  • Liquid-solid mixtures
  • Mascara
  • Any other item of similar consistency

For more information about liquids, you can visit the Birmingham Airport website.