Security Screening
In accordance with Australian Government Regulations, all passengers embarking a flight departing from the International or Domestic Terminals at Perth Airport are subject to passenger and checked baggage screening.
Australian Government regulations do not discriminate as such this requirement includes all people whether elderly, infirm, children, disabled, air crew or airport staff. As such, we ask for your patience and understanding during this process.
At the Security Check Point
All passengers are to keep track of their belongings as they pass through the screening process. It is suggested that valuables such as wallets, passports, jewellery and cameras are placed in your hand luggage before reaching the screening point. Laptop computers must be removed from bags at the security point and screened separately. Electronic equipment will not be damaged by x-ray screening, however if you have concerns, please speak to a screening officer.
At times, passengers will alarm screening equipment and further screening will be required before being cleared for travel. If this does occur, the passenger may be asked to undergo a physical search. If this is the case, a passenger may request this further screening to take place in a private room.
Passengers with special needs such as medical implants or artificial limbs/prosthesis should advise the screening officers of the condition before passing through the metal detectors so alternate screening can occur.
Passengers with pace makers are not to go through the walk through metal detectors. Rather, they should immediately advise screening staff of their condition and alternative arrangements for screening will be made. Wheelchairs and walking aids will also be subject to screening; therefore it is advisable to notify your airline in advance so that the appropriate services are made available for you. The screening points are adequately established with chairs and wheelchairs to assist your passage through the screening point.
If you have any questions regarding the screening process, please contact your airline prior to your departure date. Further information can also be found at the Office of Transport Security
Screening items with Cultural & Religious significance
We acknowledge that some passengers wear items that hold significance to their cultural and religious beliefs.
Some items do however interfere with the operation of security equipment or are prohibited through normal screening procedures. Weapons and knives which form part of passengers’ cultural or religious beliefs are not exempt from screening under the Australian Government Aviation Security Regulations. These items should be packed in baggage or separate arrangements made with the airline. Some items of clothing cannot be screened by the machinery and will require hand search. Passengers with these needs are to adviser the screening officer upon entering the screening area.
Explosive Trace Detection (ETD)
ETD machines operate at Perth Airport and passengers and their baggage may be tested at the screening points at any time.
All passengers are reminded that this is a Government Regulation and is mandatory. Failure to comply may result in refusal of carriage by the airline and further investigation by the Australian Federal Police.
Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAGs)
The Australian Government introduced strict security measures to limit the amount of liquids, aerosols and gels that can be taken through international screening points.
This applies to passengers travelling to or from Australia.
Further information can be found at the official Australian Government LAGs website Travelsecure - www.travelsecure.infrastructure.gov.au
At Perth Airport, our focus is to make the security process as simple as possible while still ensuring all international passengers comply with new regulations.
Perth Airport provides plastic bags at the at the security screening points in the International Terminal to assist with the preparation for LAGs screening, however we recommend passengers prepare these items prior to arriving at the airport.
LAGs: What are they?
The most common items include:
- Water and other drinks, soups, syrups, jams, stews, sauces and pastes
- Foods in sauces or containing high liquid content
- Some spreadable cheeses
- Creams, lotions, cosmetics and oils
- Perfumes
- Sprays
- Gels including hair and shower gel
- Contents of pressurised containers, including shaving foam and deodorants
- Pastes including toothpaste
- Mascara
- Lipsticks, lip gloss or lip balm or any item of similar consistency at room temperature
Restrictions
The restrictions on the amount of LAGs that can be carried in the cabin of international flights to and from Australia are:
- You can only carry liquids, aerosols or gels in your hand luggage if each container is no more than 100ml and all of these containers collectively can fit comfortably into one re-sealable, 20cm x 20cm (or smaller) transparent plastic bag. You are allowed only 1 clear plastic bag per person.
- Any items you wish to take with you that are greater than this amount must be packed into your check-in luggage prior to checking in your bags. Please note that existing restrictions related to explosive or flammable items remain in place with regards to check-in luggage.
- If you are flying direct (i.e. your flight has no stops at any other destination), you can purchase any liquid, aerosol or gel item – including duty free after security screening.
Exemptions:
Medicines
Prescription medication is exempt from the new restrictions however a letter from your practitioner will need to be presented with the medicine. It is advisable to notify your airline prior to departure.
Non-Prescription medicines are also exempt however only the amount required for the duration should be carried with you in your hand luggage.
Medical items such as sprays, insulin, contact lens solution and cough syrups are also exempt; however every effort should be taken to comply to assist with ease of passage through the screening point.
Baby Products
For those travelling with babies, there are exceptions for baby products required for the duration of the flight. These include baby milk, sterilised water, baby food and wet wipes.
For more detailed information please visit: http://travelsecure.infrastructure.gov.au/