Can you bring passport on a plane?
Also known as: visa book, id book, passport booklet
Allowed in cabin
Allowed in hold
Official TSA Rules & Reason
Passports are allowed in checked baggage, but you should NEVER check your passport as you will need it for boarding, customs, and identification.
Official TSA SourceTraveler Packing Tip
Keep passport in your carry-on bag so it stays safe, protected, and within arm's reach during your flight. Avoid checking high-value personal items.
Important Packing Guidelines
- ✓Keep your passport easily accessible in your hand luggage or on your person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is passport allowed on a plane?▼
According to the TSA, passport is allowed in carry-on bags and allowed in checked baggage. Passports are allowed in checked baggage, but you should NEVER check your passport as you will need it for boarding, customs, and identification.
Can I bring passport in carry-on luggage?▼
Yes, passport is fully allowed in carry-on bags. Keep your passport easily accessible in your hand luggage or on your person.
Are there any special rules for packing passport in checked baggage?▼
In checked bags, passport is allowed without restrictions. Keep your passport easily accessible in your hand luggage or on your person.
TSA Officer Discretion
The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the security checkpoint. Rules and regulations can vary depending on international travel destinations or dynamic airport security alert levels.
Reviewed by BringOnPlane Editorial Team
This document has been reviewed and verified by our travel reference editors. All statuses, notes, and guidelines are checked against live security feeds from the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) and FAA (Federal Aviation Administration).
Official Regulation Citations
49 CFR § 1540.111
TSA General Security Carriage Regulations — Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
This regulation mandates baggage safety constraints, hazardous materials classifications, or general prohibited carriage parameters for airline passengers flying within or into the United States.
Rule Change & Review History
Verified baggage allowance statuses and aligned conditions with TSA What Can I Bring updates.
Regulation Source