Can you bring a kitchen knife through customs?

Except knives with rounded-blades, blunt edges without serration/teeth such as butter knives, or plastic cutlery. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?' page.



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The TSA requires you to declare firearms, large quantities of medications, and other items, but not sharp objects. However, we would advise that you voluntarily declare knives at the check-in desk, especially if you're flying internationally.

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In the United States and European nations, TSA prohibits knives in carry-on luggage, except for plastic or round-bladed butter knives. However, blades can be packed in checked baggage if they are sheathed or securely wrapped to deter injury during air travel.

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TSA rules are clear, knives of any size or kind are not allowed to be carried on planes. The only way you're getting it on is in a checked bag, or if the agents miss it during screening.

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Checked Bags: Yes Except for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?'

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No, you cannot bring a Swiss Army Knife on a plane. A Swiss Army Knife, pocket knife, firearms, or any weapon must be placed in your checked baggage, and you must follow TSA guidelines for transporting weapons on a plane. As an EDC nut, I hate to travel without a knife.

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TSA regulations and a variety of laws prohibit all knives in carry-on luggage or on your person. Knives are allowed in checked luggage. Be sure to secure the blades of folders and sheathes on fixed blades. If you are carrying expensive knives, consider a padded case or a knife roll.

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Due to the size and lack of blade these multitools or swiss army knives may be permitted, but it is important to note that if the multi tool or swiss army knife comes with a blade it will be confiscated.

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As a result, prohibited items may result in both a TSA civil enforcement action and a criminal enforcement action. Before leaving home, remember to check your baggage to ensure you are not carrying any prohibited items to avoid a possible arrest and/or civil penalties.

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