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Prohibited and regulated products and special baggage
Certain items known as “dangerous goods” are considered dangerous when they pose a risk to your health, your safety and that of the aircraft.
These items are either prohibited for check-in, whether in the hold or cabin, or regulated, i.e. they can be transported but under certain conditions.
In addition, certain goods may be transported via the freight service exclusively. Find a non-exhaustive list here.
The regulations for air freight transport are very strict.
You must declare the transport of dangerous goods: lithium batteries, oxygen or air cylinders in gaseous form, cartridges
for small arms, non-flammable gas cartridges chemical agent control equipment, diving lamps and soldering irons.
If in doubt, ask the check-in teams for advice.
For any further information, do not hesitate to contact our teams in agencies, at airports or by telephone at 25.21.77.
Whether you are going to admire the gorgonians while diving in Lifou, or whether you want to take your bike along the Ouvéa coast from thr north to the south, or even whether you are flying away to share an evening around the fire accompanied by your guitar with your family and friends in Maré, find recommendations for your special luggage here.
- Scuba tank only if empty.
- Diving flashlight, separate the bulb and the batteries (reversed batteries in the flashlight, if separate batteries in carry-on baggage). If the size of the lamp is greater than 20cm, it is prohibited in the cabin (security).
- Knives and other sharp instruments must be in your checked baggage and protected.
The fishing rod must be packed in a rigid case so as not to risk being damaged during transport. The company will decline any responsibility in the contrary case.
Underwater rifle: it is necessary to protect the arrow, on both sides if necessary, and to provide sufficient packaging. Explosive arrows (detonating device “doumdoum”) are prohibited.
Surfboards, kiteboards, bodyboards, etc., with a maximum length of 1.80 m will be accepted in the hold subject to space availability.
Can I check in a stroller if I am traveling with a baby?
Babies (up to 23 months old) have a baggage allowance of 5kg. Childcare accessories such as strollers are considered baggage, and their weight is counted towards the allowed allowance of the purchased ticket.
Can I bring my baby’s car seat on board?
Your baby will travel on your lap, secured with a special belt. Our cabin crew will explain the procedure to you on board. However, the car seat itself is not accepted in the cabin; it must be checked as baggage, and its weight is counted towards the allowed allowance of the purchased ticket.
It is advisable to disassemble the wheels and attach them to each side of the frame, as well as to place and fix the handlebars parallel to the frame. The company offers specific packages via the Freight service.
Bicycles & electric bikes (e-bike, scooter, VAE hoverboard, etc.) are not accepted as checked baggage, but can be handled via our freight service.
Firearms for hunting or sport are allowed for transport in checked baggage or cargo, provided they are unloaded. Ammunition can also be securely packed in luggage, up to a maximum gross weight of 5kg per passenger. Ammunition can also be shipped as cargo, up to a limit of 25kg per package, provided they are declared and comply with dangerous goods packaging: UN standard and hazard label. These procedures can be carried out at the Magenta Cargo counter.
Musical instruments must be checked in. Even small ones (ukulele, violin, etc.) are not allowed in the cabin.
It is therefore strongly recommended to transport them in a rigid case so that they are not damaged during transport. The company will decline any responsibility in the contrary case.
Beyond the maximum dimensions authorized in the hold (30cm X 70cm X 50cm), it is possible to check in musical instruments via the Freight Service.
Animals are not allowed in the cabin but the transport of domestic cats and dogs is authorized in the hold, via our service Freight Transport of animals (freight)
If you need to transport plants, you must contact the freight department. The transport of plants between the islands is subject to strict regulations which aim to limit the spread of diseases and parasites on the islands. See website www.davar.gouv.nc.
For example, to eradicate the Oryctes rhinoceros beetle, any movement of plant plants, compost and any other breeding substrate from Grande Terre to the islands (Loyalty Islands, Isle of Pines, Belep, Tiga) is prohibited. (see note from the Government of New Caledonia No. 2023-DAVAR-SIVAP-3474).
The transport of tires is accepted only via the freight service.
Specific packages are offered. All about freight
- If used on board the dimensions must not exceed: H22cm*L58cm*D38cm max, the POC will be stowed under the seat in front of the passenger
- If not used, it must respect the maximum dimensions of carry-on baggage or checked baggage
The transport of televisions and screens is only accepted via the freight service.
(including aerosols), and non-radioactive medications such as hairspray, perfumes, cologne, insect repellents, nail polish remover, nail polish, medications containing alcohol, and non-flammable, non-toxic aerosols of Division 2.2, intended for domestic or sporting use, which do not present any subsidiary risk. The total net quantity of non-radioactive medications or toiletries and non-flammable, non-toxic aerosols (Division 2.2) must not exceed 2 kg or 2 L, and the net quantity of each individual item must not exceed 0.5 kg or 0.5 L. Aerosol discharge valves must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent accidental release of the contents.
Permitted in the cabin (subject to a 100 ml restriction for international flights and 200 ml for domestic flights) & in the hold.
Glass containers and items for infants over 200 ml
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold.
This includes medical devices, portable oxygen concentrators (POC) (If transporting POC in the cabin, maximum dimensions for storage under the seat: 22 cm high x 58 cm wide x 38 cm deep, maximum weight 5 kg), cameras, portable speakers, mobile phones, laptops, and tablets containing lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries. For lithium metal batteries, the lithium content must not exceed 2 g, and for lithium-ion batteries, the watt-hour rating must not exceed 100 Wh. Devices in checked baggage must be completely powered off and protected against damage. Each person is limited to a maximum of 15 PEDs. The transport of damaged or defective lithium batteries or devices is not allowed in passenger baggage.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold.
Lithium-ion batteries for portable electronic devices (including medical electronic devices). For portable medical electronic devices only, lithium metal batteries with a lithium content between 2 g and 8 g. Devices in checked baggage must be completely powered off and protected against damage.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold.
Spare batteries not exceeding 100 Wh, including power banks, lithium batteries, reversible batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, and dry batteries. For lithium metal batteries, the lithium content must not exceed 2 g, and for lithium-ion batteries, all batteries must be individually protected to avoid short circuits. Lithium metal batteries: the lithium content must not exceed 2 g. Each person is limited to a maximum of 20 spare batteries. Reversible batteries: their charge must not exceed 12 V and 100 Wh. Each person is limited to a maximum of two spare reversible batteries.
Permitted in the cabin only.
Lithium spare batteries with a watt-hour rating between 100 Wh and 160 Wh, for consumer electronic devices and portable medical electronic devices, or with lithium content between 2 g and 8 g for portable medical electronic devices only. A maximum of 2 spare batteries is permitted in carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.
Permitted in cabin only.
Electronic cigarettes (including e-cigars, e-pipes, and other personal vaporizers). Limited to 2 per person, containing batteries, and must be individually protected to prevent accidental activation. The device must remain turned off for the entire duration of the flight until exiting the terminal. Charging the device is strictly prohibited on board.
Permitted in the cabin only.
Luggage equipped with a removable lithium battery, other than lithium button cells, must have the battery removable. When checked as hold baggage, the battery must be removed and carried in the cabin.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold if the battery is removed and carried in the cabin.
Cartridges for small arms or ammunition (Division 1.4S, UN 0012 or UN 0014) provided they are securely packed in quantities not exceeding 5 kg gross weight per person, for that person’s personal use. Allowances for multiple people must not be combined into one or more packages.
Permitted in the hold only.
- Non-removable batteries must not exceed 0.3 g of lithium metal or 2.7 Wh of lithium-ion.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold. - Removable batteries must be removed if the luggage is to be checked. The removed batteries must be carried in the cabin.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold if the battery is removed and carried in the cabin.
Electric wheelchairs or other similar mobility aids equipped with lithium-ion batteries, where the design of the mobility aid does not provide adequate protection for or is equipped with batteries or rechargeable liquid electrolyte batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, dry batteries, pourable batteries, or lithium batteries. Advance arrangements must be made with the operator a reasonable time before each departure, and the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be provided.
Contained in retail packaging and in containers with a capacity of less than 5 L, exceeding 24% but not exceeding 70% alcohol by volume, the total net quantity per person is limited to 5 L. Note: Alcoholic beverages containing 24% or less alcohol by volume are not subject to any restrictions.
Permitted in the hold only or in the cabin for international flights if purchased in duty-free.
Oxygen or air cylinders in gaseous form (medical use): Oxygen or air cylinders in gaseous form required for medical use. The gross weight of the cylinder must not exceed 5 kg.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold.
Underwater lamps and soldering irons: The bulb, cell, or battery must be removed. Removed batteries must be protected against short circuits (see 2.3.4.6). If the lamp exceeds 20 cm, it may only be transported in checked baggage.
Permitted in the cabin & in the hold.
Safety matches (a small box) or a small lighter that does not contain unabsorbed liquid, other than liquefied gas, which will be used by the person carrying it. Fuel for lighters and spare cartridges are not allowed on the person, in checked baggage, or in cabin baggage. Note: ‘Chemical matches’ that do not require a striking surface and ‘blue flame’ lighters or ‘cigar lighters’ or lithium battery-powered lighters without a safety cap or means to prevent accidental ignition are prohibited.
Permitted in the cabin only
Gas cartridges for stoves: Flammable gas cartridges for camping stoves and other items that have contained flammable liquid fuel (flammable gas cartridges).
and any device used for recreational mobility
Internal combustion engines or fuel cell engines (chainsaw, lawn mower, brush cutter, etc.).
*permitted only by freight with outer packaging.
Poisons, fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, insecticides.
Permitted only by freight
Electric weapons (such as tasers) containing dangerous elements such as explosives, compressed gases, lithium batteries, etc., are prohibited in cabin baggage, checked baggage, and for transport on the person.
Tear gas, disabling devices containing an irritating or incapacitating substance such as chemical batons, pepper spray aerosols, etc., are prohibited for transport on the person as well as in checked baggage and cabin baggage
Explosives and all items containing flammable powder.
Fireworks in all forms are prohibited
Flammable liquids (except for toiletries), gasoline, oil, diesel.
Good to know
During the check-in of our passengers and with the aim of ensuring the safety of our flights, our agents may request the opening of luggage.
These will not be transported if this control is refused.
Finally, in the event of an inaccurate declaration on the nature of a product or the discovery of dangerous materials in one of your luggage, you expose yourself to criminal proceedings. The goods will be immediately confiscated and examined by the competent authority.
In order to facilitate the preparation of luggage, the General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGAC) has developed the AIRBAG application which you can also refer to.