This article in intended to explain TSA rules for anyone wondering whether they can travel with insulin and other related items.
NOTICE: This article is intended for individuals traveling from or within the United States of America.
The information presented is based on guidelines from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which oversees security for the traveling public in the United States. These rules apply whether you’re flying from or within the U.S.
This is not a medical article
What TSA says about traveling with insulin on a plane?
If you check the TSA’s page dedicated to rules for traveling with insulin, you’ll find this:
According to the TSA, passengers are allowed to bring insulin in carry-on baggage, passengers need to notify TSA agents about insulin and place them in a separate bin.
What about other insulin supplies and equipment ?
You have also to notify the agents about other items related like : needles, syringes, pumps, injectors and Insulin pens. Because it may require a special screening.
Finally, there is no restriction about transporting them in checked baggage. Just don’t forget to put monitors and devices with lithium batteries in carry-on baggage.
What about the rules for your destination?
It’s also important to check any restrictions that your destination might have regarding traveling with insulin.
Additionally, consider looking into:
- Visa requirements
- Recommended places to visit
- Customs, Currency & Airport Tax regulations by visiting the IATA Travel Center
Stay Updated on Insulin Travel Rules
This page was created on April 08, 2024, following TSA guidelines for these items. We will keep you updated on any changes to these rules.
For the most current guidelines, we recommend:
- Visiting the TSA’s official page on medical items.
- Visiting the TSA’s official page on insulin .
- Visiting the TSA’s tips for traveling diabetes.
- Visiting the TSA’s tips for traveling with insulin pumps.
- Visiting the Other TSA information about travelling with medical conditions.
- Contacting TSA on Twitter: @AskTSA
- Contacting TSA on Facebook Messenger: https://www.fb.com/AskTSA
- Contacting TSA via Apple Business Chat: AskTSA
- Sending TSA a message: Text “Travel” to AskTSA (275-872)
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