Lithium batteries

Items containing batteries carried in carry-on baggage and/or checked baggage with Lithium content in Lithium metal or capacity (Wh) for Lithium-ion batteries must meet the standards in the table below.

Removable batteries and power banks should only be carried in carry-on baggage.

Capacity (Wh) for lithium-ion batteries; or lithium (g) weight in lithium metal batteries Configuration Transported in carry-on baggage Transported in checked baggage

≤100 Wh or ≤2g 
for use in electronic devices such as phones, cameras, video cameras, laptops, clocks, cash register, etc.
In the device
Allowed

Allowed (device must be turned off completely)
Power bank
 Allowed
Not allowed

>100Wh and ≤160Wh or >2g and ≤8g
for use in devices such as personal medical devices
In the device

Allowed

 Allowed
Power bank

Up to 2 batteries allowed
Not allowed

>160Wh or >8g 
for use in devices such as autonomous vehicles, electric bicycles
In the device
Not allowed
 Not allowed
Power bank
 Not allowed Not allowed

Note for power banks:

  • Each battery should be individually protected and turned off completely to prevent activation.
  • All batteries and equipment transported for personal use only.
  • Passengers should contact Vietnam Airlines to check the battery transport condition details.

Restricted baggage