What portable chargers are allowed in Thailand?

A passenger can bring with him on board power banks, or spare batteries with rechargers, with capacities of less than 20,000 milliamp-hours (mAh) or 100 watt-hours (Wh). For power banks with capacities of 20,000-32,000 mAh (100-160 Wh), he can take up to two packs in a carry-on bag.



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1.1 THAI allows spare batteries in carry-on baggage, with battery capacities of less than 20,000 milliamp-hours (mAh) or 100 Wh. 1.2. Spare batteries with capacities of 20,000-32,000 mAh or 100-160 Wh, passengers can take up to two packs in a carry-on baggage.

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For example, flyers often wonder if a 20000mah power bank is allowed on flight. As 20000mah makes for less than 100 watt-hours, it can be carried in cabin luggage.

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Power banks with a capacity of more than 10,000 mAh are prohibited, some companies allow you to take up to 20,000 mAh. Large numbers are an exception. Hand luggage is the easiest way to take your power bank on a plane.

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The maximum capacity of the powerbank is 20,000 mAh. With a higher power, carrying on board is not allowed. The most optimal capacity is 10,000 mAh. The battery must be marked or labeled.

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For lithium metal batteries the lithium metal content must not exceed 2 g and for lithium-ion batteries, the Watt-hour rating must not exceed 100 Wh. Articles which have the primary purpose as a power source, e.g. power banks are considered as spare batteries.

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In summary: Power banks are allowed on planes in carry on bags only. Power banks are not allowed in checked luggage / cargo luggage. You can bring power banks up to 27,000 mAh on most passenger aircraft.

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For example, flyers often wonder if a 20000mah power bank is allowed on flight. As 20000mah makes for less than 100 watt-hours, it can be carried in cabin luggage.

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According to the guidelines of the IATA, the International Air Transport Association, it is allowed to take a power bank with a maximum of 27,000 mAh or 100W on the plane. Power banks are prohibited in the hold baggage.

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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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Lithium-ion (rechargeable) batteries and portable batteries that contain lithium-ion can only be packed in carry-on baggage. They're limited to a rating of 100 watt hours (Wh) per battery. With airline approval, you can bring two larger spare batteries (up to 160 Wh).

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Lithium-ion (rechargeable) batteries and portable batteries that contain lithium-ion can only be packed in carry-on baggage. They're limited to a rating of 100 watt hours (Wh) per battery. With airline approval, you can bring two larger spare batteries (up to 160 Wh).

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Spare (uninstalled) lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries, electronic cigarettes and vaping devices are prohibited in checked baggage. They must be carried with the passenger in carry-on baggage.

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