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Can I take food on a plane to Dubai?

Passengers travelling to Dubai shouldn't bring cooked or home-made food, seeds, raw plants, fruits, vegetables and other unprocessed and unpacked edibles. All food items must be adequately packed and stored.



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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags.

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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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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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You should keep additional money in home currency or Debit card for local withdrawal. A rough budget of AED 150 per day per person will be good, but does not include fancy restaurants or shopping.

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There is a 7kg limit per passenger for carry-on baggage, which must be stored in the overhead locker on Aer Lingus Regional flights (operated by Emerald Airlines), subject to availability. A small personal item (handbag or laptop bag) is also included and must be stowed under the seat in front of you.

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Emirates' baggage policy isn't the most generous so you need to pack your bags carefully. If you're flying economy you're allowed one piece of carry-on luggage – either a handbag or a laptop bag, or one wheelie bag. The maximum weight allowed is 7kg and the maximum size for a handbag is 55 x 38 x 20cm.

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You must declare all food products. If you fail to declare food products, you could face up to $10,000 in fines and penalties. If you declare all agricultural products you are bringing with you, you won't be charged any penalties, even if an inspector determines that they can't enter the country.

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What is this? You can only bring water through security if it's less than 100ml. This is almost 5 times smaller than the average water bottle! Also, it's worth noting that even if you only have 100ml in a larger bottle, it's the size of the container that counts, and it still won't be allowed through.

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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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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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