EasyJet, Ryanair and TUI passengers should check little-known rule before flying
Passengers flying with popular airlines such as EasyJet, Ryanair, TUI, and Jet2 need to be aware of a rule that could delay them at airport security. There are specific regulations about what can and can't be carried in hand luggage.
Some holidaymakers might not realise an additional document is required for certain items. Prescription medication may not seem like it would pose any problems, but the airlines view things differently.
If you attempt to carry medication that's over 100ml, security personnel will stop you and may request a letter from a doctor or other healthcare professional, reports the Mirror.
This letter needs to verify that you need to have the medication with you on the flight. According to advice from Gov.uk, if your medication is in tablet form or is less than 100ml, you don't need to provide this documentation.
Below is some advice from some of the top airlines to help clarify the travel rules so you're prepared and not caught off guard at the airport.
Ryanair
Ryanair doesn't require customers to have a doctor's letter to carry medication in their hand luggage, however, this might be required by airport security. If a passenger needs to take medical equipment in addition to their hand luggage, Ryanair will provide them with a medical baggage waiver letter.
TUI
A spokesperson for TUI informed the Liverpool Echo: "If a customer is carrying medication or medical equipment onto an aircraft, they will need to bring a doctor's letter or a prescription, which will allow customers to pass through check-in and security easily.
"Travellers may also bring liquid medication larger than 100ml through security if they have a doctor's letter."
Jet2
According to Jet2's website guidance: "All the essential medications you need for the duration of your journey should be carried in your hand luggage.
"Essential liquid medication in quantities over 100ml must be verified as genuine by a doctor's letter and must be presented in their original containers. Bottles and packaging may need to be opened by airport security during screening."
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EasyJet
easyJet stated: "In line with government guidance passengers are able to bring essential medication on board and we only require a letter from a healthcare practitioner confirming that it is necessary to bring medication on board if there are liquids that exceed 100ml, are sharp objects such as needles or oxygen cylinders and concentrators, or any medical equipment that may be considered as dangerous goods in the aircraft cabin, a list of which can be found on our help pages on easyJet.com."
The UK Government's official guidelines state that any medicine containing a controlled drug must be carried in your hand luggage when entering or leaving the UK. If you can't prove it was prescribed for you, it may be confiscated at the border.
If you're planning to take medicine out of the UK, consult your doctor or pharmacist to determine if your medicine contains a controlled drug. If it does, verify the rules for your destination country with the embassy before travelling.
You'll need to provide proof of ownership with either a prescription or a letter from your doctor.
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