Effective April 1, 2025, Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot, will prohibit passengers from charging portable power banks via onboard USB ports or using power banks to charge personal devices during the flight. This update aligns with international safety regulations to ensure passenger and crew safety.
The SIA Group adheres to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, which classify power banks as lithium batteries. As per the policy, passengers must carry power banks in their cabin baggage, as they are strictly prohibited in checked baggage.
Under the new guidelines, passengers can bring power banks with a capacity of up to 100Wh without prior approval. However, power banks with capacities between 100Wh and 160Wh require airline approval before being carried onboard.
