2015Batteries/Power forum
Transporting lithium-ion camera batteries on international flights
What the thread found
- Lithium-ion camera batteries can be transported in carry-on baggage without quantity limits according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Loose spare batteries cannot be transported in checked baggage; they must either be installed on equipment or have their connectors covered with electrical tape.
- Severe penalties up to tens of thousands of dollars have been issued for transporting loose lithium-ion batteries in checked luggage.
- Carrying printed documentation from the battery manufacturer specifying wattage can help clarify regulations with airline personnel.
- Camera batteries of the same type are typically available for purchase or rental at major international destinations, providing an alternative to transporting multiple units.
- Shipping batteries separately via commercial courier requires additional labeling and follows different regulations than passenger transport.
Depends on
- The thread discusses one specific battery model and does not cover all lithium-ion battery types.
- No resolution was provided regarding the specific regulations for the destination country mentioned.
- The severe penalty mentioned was described as a historical report without specific details or verification.