Security Screening

Passenger pre-board screening

Pack smart

To help ensure security and speed up the pre-board screening process, plan ahead and learn about what to pack and how to pack to make your trip go smoothly.

Liquids, gels and aerosols

  • Containers must be 100ml or less and fit in a clear, 1L bag. Items purchased from an airline or airport retailer and properly sealed in official security bags and accompanied by a receipt will also be accepted.
  • Learn more about packing liquids including exemptions.

Permitted and not permitted items

Find a complete list of items permitted and non-permitted in checked and carry-on baggage. 

Dangerous goods

Learn about goods considered dangerous and not allowed in checked or carry-on baggage.

Questions?

If you have comments or questions for CATSA:

Call CATSA at 1.888.294.2202.

Contact CATSA via their website.

Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA)

CATSA Centre, P.O. Box 70, Toronto, Ontario, L5P 1A6
Telephone: 1-888-294-2202 (toll-free)
TTY. 613-949-5534
Visit CATSA website.