Can you fly with tattoo ink?

Tattoo needles and ink in container 3.4 oz or less are good to go in carry-on bags.



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Yes, you can absolutely travel abroad with a tattoo. Tattoos are a symbol of self-expression and art form, and are a source of pride and identity for many people.

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Delta Airlines – As a Delta Airlines flight attendant, no visible tattoos are permitted. Frontier Airlines – As a Frontier flight attendant, no visible tattoos are permitted. JetBlue – As a JetBlue flight attendant, no visible tattoos are permitted.

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There are a few reasons why airlines do not allow visible tattoos. The first is the appearance of professionalism. Airlines want passengers to feel safe on board an aircraft. A large part of how passengers interpret the flight comes down to the appearance and demeanor of the crew.

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Remember: inks are liquid If you take them in your cabin baggage, they have to fit into a clear plastic bag just like your toiletries.

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What items are prohibited in carry-ons?
  • Liquids, gels, or pastes in bottles larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml)
  • Guns and ammunition (including BB guns and cap guns)
  • Stun guns and tasers.
  • Sharp objects (knives, axes, razor blades)
  • Self-defense items (such as pepper spray, brass knuckle, billy clubs)


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Tattoos are allowed, but there should be no visible tattoos on the head, face, or neck. Any tattoos that are considered offensive or inappropriate must be discreetly covered. Similarly, piercings that cannot be covered discreetly are not permitted.

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