Can I put a GPS tracker in my checked luggage?

Yes! There are no restrictions on placing GPS tracking devices in your luggage.



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Bluetooth trackers are allowed in your carry-on luggage since the battery inside is part of the device and small enough to comply with the regulations. You should also put all your electronic devices, such as your smartphone, tablet, e-reader, headphones, camera, power bank, and laptop in your carry-on luggage.

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The 6 Best Luggage Trackers For Stress-Free Travel
  • Best Luggage Tracker Overall: Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker.
  • Best Smart Luggage Tag: LandAirSea 54 GPS Tracker.
  • Best Luggage Tracker For Android Users: Samsung Galaxy SmartTag.
  • Best Luggage Tracker For iOS Users: Apple AirTag.


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For travelers looking for a tracking device for wallets and passports, we recommend the Apple AirTag since there are tons of travel accessories made to hold the device and they are also slim enough to fit anywhere.

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PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES Devices containing lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries (laptops, smartphones, tablets, etc.) should be transported in carry-on baggage and not placed in checked baggage.

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Firearms and ammunition, as well as any replicas or imitations. Explosives and flammable items, such as fireworks, gas, and aerosols. Poisonous and toxic substances, including pesticides and certain chemicals. Lithium batteries and other hazardous materials, as these can pose a safety risk if not handled properly.

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For example, TSA guidance is very clear: If prohibited items are found during security checks, they won't be returned to their owners. That may vary in other countries, but the general rule is that confiscations are permanent.

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In general, luggage trackers can be effective in helping you locate your bags. GPS trackers offer the most accurate and extensive tracking capabilities, providing real-time location updates worldwide.

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Lithium batteries can catch fire
While not all batteries are prohibited in checked luggage, lithium batteries are considered hazardous and should not be packed in checked bags. If a lithium battery overheats and catches fire inside the cargo hold, the fire can quickly spread and become difficult to control.

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Most consumer personal electronic devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage, including but not limited to cell phones, smart phones, data loggers, PDAs, electronic games, tablets, laptop computers, cameras, camcorders, watches, calculators, etc.

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Hiding it in one of the bag's interior pockets, or attaching via an AirTag holder for luggage, ensures that a bag thief won't be able to locate and remove the tracker at first glance.

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AirTags and Tile Mate verdict While the trackers performed equally well in my lost luggage trial, I think the AirTags are the better product if you want to track your luggage; they provide more updates than the Tile Mate trackers, but you are going to need an iPhone to use them.

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TSA answered, “Smart trackers are allowed in checked bags.” It's clear that smart trackers in checked and carry-on luggage help air travelers locate their bags accurately. AirTags conform to FAA and TSA regulations for use in checked and carry-on luggage.

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Toothpaste is considered a liquid by the TSA (Transport Security Agency), even though it's technically a paste. In fact, all pastes, gels, waxes, and lotions are also classified as liquids. And even today, these substances are still restricted by the 3-1-1 rule in hand luggage due to safety threats.

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