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Following a reported foiled terrorist plot on 10 August 2006 against flights from the United Kingdom to the United States, aviation security authorities around the world have enhanced security procedures at their airports and limited what passengers can carry in hand luggage.
The United Kingdom's threat level is currently at "severe" (the second highest threat level), indicating an attack is highly likely. The United States threat level for flights originating in the United Kingdom and bound for the United States is "Code Orange", indicating a "high" risk of terrorist attacks. The threat level for all other commercial aviation operating in the United States or destined for the United States is also "Code Orange".
The web links below provide additional information and advice on hand-luggage restrictions, security check procedures, duty free purchases and packing guidelines for Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States the European Union and Canada.
From 31 March 2007, passengers on international flights to and from Australia will only be allowed to carry a small amount of liquids, (including aerosols and gels) in their carry-on baggage. You can find out more information at the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.
Information on security procedures in the UK, including details on restrictions on hand luggage, is available from the UK Department for Transport.
Details of security requirements for flights bound for the United States and for US domestic flights are available from the US Transportation Security Administration.
Since November 2006, enhanced air passenger security rules in the European Union limit what passengers can carry in hand luggage. The new security rules also include more stringent security checks. The European Commission fact sheet on aviation security provides details and updates. Some requirements will also be applied by other European countries including for air travel in Albania, Croatia, Iceland, Kosovo, Norway and Switzerland.
Information on new security measures for liquids, gels and aerosols introduced in November 2006 is available from the Transport Canada website.
As the enhanced airport security procedures are impacting on international air travel worldwide, travellers should check with their airline for advice on security requirements and observe all notices at airports. Travellers should also consult the travel advice for the destinations they intend to travel to.
Australians can obtain emergency consular assistance by telephoning the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on 1 300 555 135 (if calling from within Australia) or (61 2) 6261 3305 (if calling from overseas).
We encourage you to register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. You can register online or overseas in person at any Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate. The information you provide will help us to contact you in an emergency; whether it is a natural disaster, civil disturbance or a family issue.
While every care has been taken in preparing this travel information for travellers, neither the Australian Government nor its agents or employees including any member of Australia's consular staff abroad, can accept liability for injury, loss or damage arising in respect of any statement contained therein.
