- Shannon Airport removed the 100ml liquid restriction on September 7, 2026
- Passengers can now bring containers up to two litres in hand luggage
- The change follows upgrades to 3D C3 scanners installed in 2021
- Passengers no longer need to remove electronics from cabin bags
- Different regulations may apply at other airports on return journeys
Passengers departing from Shannon Airport can now bring liquids, aerosols and gels in containers up to two litres in their hand luggage. This replaces the previous 100ml restriction, following enhancements to security screening processes announced on September 7, 2026. The change is now in effect and comes following further investment in Shannon Airport’s high-tech security screening technology and upgraded elements of its 3D C3 scanners, which were first installed at the airport in 2021.
The system had already transformed the passenger experience by removing the need for travellers to take liquids, aerosols, gels and electronic devices such as laptops out of their cabin bags when passing through security. This reduced touchpoints and helped to make the journey through security more efficient. The new enhancement takes that convenience to the next level, giving passengers greater flexibility and peace of mind when packing for their trip.
While this enhancement is now in place at Shannon Airport, passengers should be aware that different security screening requirements may apply at other airports. Travellers are encouraged to check the regulations at the airport from which they will be departing on their return journey. The change enables Shannon Airport to maintain the highest security standards while making the journey through the airport even easier for passengers.
Pat O’Brien, Chief Officer of Shannon Airport Police, Fire Service and Security, shared “This is excellent news for our passengers and enables us to maintain the highest security standards while making the journey through Shannon Airport even easier.”
