Yes, you absolutely can carry jewellery in your carry-on bag when you travel.
Carrying your jewellery in your carry-on luggage is not only permitted by travel regulations but is often the recommended approach for security and peace of mind. As confirmed by travel advice, your jewelry can absolutely go in a carry-on bag when you travel.
Why Carry Jewellery in Your Carry-On?
Placing your valuable jewellery in your checked baggage carries a higher risk of loss, damage, or theft during transit. Keep it with you in your carry-on ensures that it remains under your direct supervision throughout your journey.
- Security: Your carry-on bag stays with you in the cabin, significantly reducing the risk of items being lost or stolen compared to luggage handled by various parties during sorting and transport.
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that your valuable pieces are safely with you can provide significant peace of mind, allowing you to relax and enjoy your trip without worrying about their whereabouts or safety.
- Accessibility: You have access to your jewellery if you need it during your flight or immediately upon arrival.
Tips for Packing Jewellery in Carry-On
While you can carry jewellery onboard, how you pack it is crucial for its safety and easy passage through security.
- Organize and Protect: Use dedicated jewellery organizers, small pouches, or even pill cases to keep items separate and prevent tangling, scratching, or damage.
- Small boxes or soft pouches for delicate items.
- A jewellery roll for necklaces and bracelets.
- Zippered compartments for rings and earrings.
- Keep it Accessible (But Secure): Place your jewellery in a part of your carry-on that's easy to reach but also securely stored within a smaller bag or container to avoid items shifting or falling out.
- Declare High-Value Items (Check Customs Rules): While not typically required for standard security screening, be aware of customs regulations regarding bringing high-value items into another country. Check the specific rules for your destination.
- Consider Documentation: For extremely valuable or unique pieces, carrying appraisals or certificates can be helpful for insurance purposes or if questioned by customs, though this is rarely needed for standard travel security.
Security Screening
Typically, jewellery worn or placed in your carry-on will go through the standard X-ray screening process. It's usually not necessary to remove small items of jewellery unless specifically asked by a security officer. However, if you have a significant amount or large, bulky items, it might be easier to place them in a tray for screening to avoid delays.
In summary, traveling with your jewellery in your carry-on is the safest and most recommended practice, providing security and peace of mind throughout your journey.
