💼 Cabin bag
Yes
Must be removed from bag and placed in a separate tray at the X-ray.
✈️ Hold (checked)
Yes
Permitted, but carry-on is strongly recommended — lithium batteries are safer in the cabin.
💡 Tip: Use a dedicated laptop sleeve so you can pull it out quickly at security without unpacking your whole bag. Rules are consistent across all 14 regions.
Airline-specific rules
🇦🇪Most Gulf carriersPreviously banned from cabin on some US-bound routes; restrictions lifted since 2017.
🇬🇧British AirwaysNo current restrictions; must be removed from bag at security screening.
🇺🇸DeltaNo special restrictions beyond standard TSA screening requirements.
🇮🇪RyanairCounts toward your cabin bag allowance; must fit in the bag, not carried loose.
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Browse all Electronics →Based on official TSA guidelines. Rules vary by airline and route — always verify with your carrier before travel. · Rules last verified May 2026.
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