Dublin Airport liquids and security rules

What this means at Dublin Airport

• Airport states: 'Items in containers up to 2 litres can be brought through security.'
• Airport states: 'Liquids and gels no longer need to be packed inside clear plastic bags.'
• Airport states: 'Liquids, gels and electronics can stay in your carry-on baggage when going through security.'
• Security FAQs state: 'There is now no limit on the number of liquids and gels permitted in carry-on baggage, provided that each individual container does not exceed a capacity of 2 litres.'
• Security FAQs state: 'the roll-out of C3 scanning technology is complete for all passengers at Dublin Airport.'
• C3 scanners are described as using micro-millimetre waves that are safe and non-invasive rather than x-rays.
• No terminal-specific difference between T1 and T2 is stated; the rules are given for all passengers.

Source: Carry-On Baggage Guidelines | Dublin Airport Security Advice. Checked 20 September 2026.

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