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Can I Bring Scissors on a Plane?

Can I bring scissors on a plane?

Rule at a glance

Scissors baggage decision

Carry-on
Review the official item rule
Under TSA rules, blades must be under 4 inches from the pivot point.
Checked baggage
Allowed
Sharp objects should be securely wrapped.
Scope
This answer is based on published guidance from Transportation Security Administration. It addresses departure-security screening; your airline, transit point and destination country can apply additional restrictions.
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Why?

Scissors are allowed in carry-on under TSA rules only when the blade is shorter than 4 inches from the pivot. Other authorities may use different limits.

Estimated packing weight: about 80 g each · editable in My Bag

Before you fly

  1. 1Check the departure-security rule and the Transportation Security Administration source again before travel.
  2. 2Check the item’s components, sharp parts, battery and fuel status.
  3. 3Also check your operating airline’s baggage policy and destination import rules.

Official source

Transportation Security Administration

Last verified · Sep 2026

Open source
Rules vary by airline and route
Always verify important restrictions with your airline and the official security authority before departure.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring scissors in carry-on baggage?

Under TSA rules, blades must be under 4 inches from the pivot point.

Can I pack scissors in checked baggage?

Sharp objects should be securely wrapped.

Should I pack scissors in checked baggage?

Sharp items can be restricted at the checkpoint. When checking scissors, sheath or securely wrap the blades to protect handlers and inspectors.