Official aviation safety guidelines for transporting power banks on flights departing from Vietnam. Key rules: Maximum 2 power banks per passenger, must be in carry-on luggage only. Power banks up to 100 Wh (≈20,000 mAh) allowed without airline approval. Banks 100–160 Wh require airline consent. Devices over 160 Wh are prohibited. During flight, power banks cannot be used or charged; must be kept visible (e.g., in seat pocket). Check that power banks are not swollen, damaged, or have exposed contacts; store in protective case or bag.
New Power Bank Rules for Flights from Vietnam – Effective July 1, 2026
New rules for carrying power banks on flights from Vietnam, effective July 1, 2026: max 2 per passenger in carry-on only, size limits by wattage, no in-flight use.