Security & Baggage Guide at Delhi Airport
Proceed through security as usual
Do’s
- Familiarize Yourself with Security Guidelines
- Be Cooperative with Security Personnel to Ensure a Quick Process
- Pack liquids & gels separately in transparent containers of 100ml or less
- Stay Calm and Be Patient
Don'ts
- Don't Rush through Security
- Don't Carry Prohibited Items
- Don't Overlook Packing Instructions for electronics & liquids
- Don't cut lines and be courteous to fellow passengers
Security Procedures
Security Procedures
At Terminal Entry
Present a valid government-issued photo ID and a print or digital copy of your boarding pass/air ticket to security personnel to enter the terminal.
Prepare for Security Screening after Check-In
All passengers must pass through a security checkpoint before proceeding to the boarding area.
- Remove metal objects, belts, bracelets, and jackets and place them separately in blue trays for screening.
- Fragile or lightweight items like Charger, Head Phone, Glasses, Sun glasses must be secured within a screening tray OR protective case to prevent movement during the screening process. Please avoid placing these items loosely.
- Electronic items: All items including phones, laptops, smartwatches, fitness tracker and tablets should also be placed separately in blue trays for screening. There are certain electronic items prohibited by the Government of India such as satellite phones, e-cigarette. To know more, visit: [Appendix B.](/images/pdfs/list-of-prohibited-items-as-per-bcas-order-2.pdf)
- You may need to remove your shoes at airport security. Kindly use Red trays to keep your shoes separately for Security Screening. After completion, handover these trays for sanitization to our ground staff.
- Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAGs) : LAGs can only be carried in containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml.
- Multiple containers of LAGs can be carried, max up to 1000 ml, but they must be placed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag. These bags are also available at the security check area for passengers.
Attention: International passengers would have to clear immigration prior to security screening. For immigration guidelines, click here.
Food & Films
Food and regular photographic films are safe to pass through the X-ray scanners.
Assistance For Special Category Passengers
- Passengers with medical devices like pacemakers, prosthetic limbs or other medical needs should inform security staff for special handling.
- Passengers can use self battery-operated wheelchairs and should notify security in advance for smooth screening and assistance.
- Zones are available for passengers requiring additional assistance or who fall under special categories.
Terminal 1
All Zones
Terminal 2
All Zones
Terminal 3
Zone 5
Salient Features of the Baggage Rules, 2026
Baggage Regulations
As per the airline's specific rules and regulations (varies by airline) and government guidelines, passengers are allowed to bring only one handbag or cabin bag onboard.
Hand Baggage Rules
Hand Baggage Rules
Size & Weight
Hand baggage must adhere to the airline's specific size and weight restrictions. This information is shared by the concerned airline on your air ticket.
Permitted Items
Electronics, medications and personal essentials are allowed but must be removed from bags and screened separately. Articles like nail cutters, scissors, swiss knives and batteries are not allowed in hand luggage. To view the detailed permitted item list, click here.
Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAGs)
LAGs can only be carried in containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml. Multiple containers of LAGs can be carried, max up to 1000 ml.
*Exceptions apply for essential medicines and baby food (carry prescriptions if required).
Check-in Baggage Guide
Check-in Baggage Guide
Size & Weight
Each airline has its own allowance for check-in baggage. Passengers with additional luggage may be required to pay excess baggage fees. Kindly check the baggage allowance on your air ticket.
Prohibited Items
Do not carry a power bank, lighter or e-cigarette in your check-in baggage. To know more, check out the list of prohibited items here.
Excess Baggage Fees
Passengers exceeding baggage limits must pay extra. Pre-purchasing additional allowance can be cost-effective.
Handling Fragile Items
Pack delicate items securely and inform airline staff on priority.
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Items
For safety reasons, some articles are not permitted to be taken on to the airport. Please do not pack them in either hand baggage or check-in baggage, such as
Satellite Phones/GPS Tracker
Pointed umbrella
Flammable liquids and solids
Nail Cutters
Coconut & Ghee
E-Cigarettes
For a thorough review of prohibited items, please refer to the prohibited item PDF Appendix B.
Special Baggage Procedures
Carriage of Pets & Arms
Pets
Some airlines permit pets in the cabin, while others require them to be checked as cargo. Confirm with your airline in advance. Passengers can also use Pet and Fly Service at Delhi Airport.
Arms & Ammunition
Only permitted in checked baggage, following airline-specific regulations, refer to BCAS.
Lost & Found
Lost & Found
If you lose an item during security screening or elsewhere in the airport, visit the Information desk or seek assistance from airport staff. Lost items are securely stored and can only be claimed after thorough verification. Passengers must present a valid government-issued ID along with specific details about the lost item, such as its description, location and time of loss.
Your Baggage Handled With Care
Your Baggage Handled With Care
Baggage Wrapping Service: Secure your baggage with premium wrapping service at Delhi Airport. Get your bags wrapped as per global standards, using biodegradable materials.
Authorized concessionaire EnWrap.
Excess Baggage Service: Book your excess baggage for delivery across India & worldwide and avail up to 3x savings.
Authorized concessionaire Avaan.
Tips to help make your travel experience smoother
Tips to help make your travel experience smoother
Packing Advice: Pack efficiently and ensure compliance with both hand baggage and check-in luggage regulations.
Travel Safety: Always keep important documents like your passport and boarding passes secure.
Make Your Security Check Process Easier with DigiYatra
Make Your Security Check Process Easier with DigiYatra
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*Currently applicable to domestic passengers only.
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