Driving between France and Italy this year? You may be forced take a detour as the Mont-Blanc Tunnel, which links the two countries beneath the Alps, is closing for 15 weeks for renovation work.
30.08.2024 - 16:35 / cntraveler.com / Conde Nast
Despite the promise of smoother security procedures at major airports in 2024, the plan to roll out advanced scanners that would eradicate the need to separate liquids and electronics and adhere to the strict 100ml rule has hit more than a few road bumps.
Since the technology update was first announced by the UK government in 2018, many airports stated they would miss the June 2024 deadline—and those that did manage to meet it have now been forced to revert back to previous carry-on rules.
But it isn’t just the UK that is impacted by these delays and changes. Come September 1, 2024, airports in all 27 EU countries will likewise have to make a U-turn, as the European Commission will be enforcing temporary regulations until a “tech issue” with the equipment is rectified.
While there have been other reports that the EU will also be simultaneously standardizing the size of carry-on luggage for all member state airports, a spokesperson for the European Commission has confirmed to Condé Nast Traveller UK that this is not true.
“Unfortunately, there has been some misinformation spreading as no upcoming EU regulation foresees changes to hand luggage rules," the spokesperson said. “What is correct is that in July 2024, the Commission services organized a workshop with all interested stakeholders to discuss possible common industry standards on the weight and dimensions of hand luggage. This initiative responds to a call from former Transport Commissioner Vălean in December 2023 to the industry to develop such standards in collaboration with other stakeholders. The Commission expects to hear further details from industry on the progress towards common standards soon and plans to organize a follow-up workshop in autumn.”
Here, we take a look at what is set to change around carry-on luggage rules in the EU—and what the restrictions will mean for tourists.
The EU's rules for liquids are not new, but they are being reinstated in some airports on September 1, 2024.
As has been the case since 2006, passengers traveling to an EU airport will be restricted in the amount of liquids, gels, and creams they can take in their carry-on luggage. Such substances should be in containers of 100ml or less and passed through airport security in a clear plastic bag of around 20cm x 20cm.
Your liquids must then be placed into a tray, separate from your luggage and other items.
Liquids include (but are not limited to):
Exceptions are sometimes made for those with small babies, dietary and/or health requirements, though this should be checked with the airport in advance. Those carrying medication may need a note from a doctor, as well.
The changes will mostly impact airports that have already installed the new scanners. This is
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