Frankfurt Main Airport
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Security screening
What to expect at the checkpoint. Staff instructions on the day always come first.
Official guidance
Verified 20 Oct 2026Liquids
Depends on the checkpoint
Limit depends on the checkpoint
Depends on the checkpoint. At CT-scanner checkpoints (most in Terminal 1, all in Terminal 3), liquids up to 2 litres can stay in your bag. At gates C1, C2, C4, C6, some special T1 and transfer checkpoints: 100 ml containers, 1-litre bag.
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Laptops & electronics
Depends on the checkpoint
At the CT-scanner checkpoints, laptops, tablets and cameras can stay in your bag. The airport's page doesn't say what applies at the other checkpoints.
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Belts, watches & shoes
Jacket and belt in the tray
The airport asks you to take off your jacket and belt and put them in the tray provided. Its page doesn't mention shoes or watches.
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