Can I take food from EU to UK in hand luggage?

Some fresh food products, such as fruit, fish, eggs and honey, may be allowed from some countries. If you're arriving from an EU country, there are no food restrictions.



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If you are travelling from a country within the EU (see the list on page 4), you may bring in any meat, dairy or other animal products. If you are travelling from a country outside the EU, many animal products are banned – with a few exceptions – see pages 5 to 8.

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You cannot bring in most fruit or vegetables unless you have a 'phytosanitary' (plant health) certificate for them. You can get a certificate from the plant health authorities in the country you're leaving.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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If you are travelling from a country within the EU (see the list below), you can bring in any fruit, vegetables or plant products – as long as they are grown in any of these countries, are free from pests and diseases and are for your personal consumption.

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You can bring an unlimited amount of most goods into the UK, for example, you can bring in any alcohol, tobacco, meat and dairy products – as long as they are for your own use and transported by you. 'Own use' means for your own consumption or gifts.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.

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You may be able to bring in food such as fruits, meats or other agricultural products depending on the region or country from which you are traveling. You must declare all food products. Failure to declare food products can result in up to $10,000 in fines and penalties.

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There are many restrictions when it comes to bringing fruit on a plane. Some can be found at the airport, and others are enforced by the airline. Any type of fruit that has been peeled or cut is prohibited. This includes fruits such as apples, pears, oranges and bananas.

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You can take whatever food or soft drinks you like on a Ryanair plane, as long as it meets hand-luggage dimension and weight restrictions.

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It's strictly forbidden to drink any alcohol that has not been purchased on board the aircraft and those found consuming their own alcohol may face prosecution. You can bring food into the cabin, although we do sell a range of delicious food and drink on board.

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