Abu Dhabi: UAE residents travelling to or from the US, as well as from or through Australia and New Zealand, have become subject to further enhanced security screening measures as of June 30, reported Khaleej Times.
The UAE-base airline, Emirates, has posted the new security screening measures on their website and social media handle on Twitter.
This is in accordance with new security guidelines from the US Transport Security Administration (TSA), Australia's Department of Home Affairs and the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand.
Under the new directives for flights to US destinations, powder-like substances in containers equal to or over 350ml/grams have to be checked-in, and will not be allowed in carry-on belongings or cabin baggage. These items will be confiscated at Dubai (DXB) as well as Milan (MXP) and Athens (ATH), depending on the last point of departure. Powders under 350ml/grams may be subject to additional screening.
Security measures will also be implemented restricting powder-like substances in the carry-on belongings or cabin baggage of all international customers departing and transiting Australia, New Zealand and the US. The decision to confiscate or permit the powder-like substances in the cabin of the aircraft will be made by the respective security enforcement agencies.
In New Zealand, this restriction commenced at Auckland Airport on 30 June 2018; and will be introduced on all international flights departing Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown airports from July 31, 2018.
Customers have been advised to place the powder-like substances in their checked bags. Baby formula, prescription medicines and human remains are exempt. Powder-like substances purchased at airport duty free shops must be placed in Sealed Tamper Evident Bags along with proof of purchase.