Rules differ by region: US airports with older X-ray equipment frequently ask passengers to remove e-readers for separate screening. Most UK, EU, and Australian airports do not require this.
💼 Cabin bag
Yes
Permitted freely. Older X-ray systems may ask you to remove it from your bag for separate screening — follow officer instructions.
✈️ Hold (checked)
Yes
Permitted without restriction.
💡 Tip: Treat your e-reader like a tablet at security — some checkpoints (particularly in the US) may ask you to remove it from your bag for separate X-ray screening.
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