Tips and recommendations 

Do luggage locks have to be TSA approved?

Leia Doyle

Do luggage locks have to be TSA approved?

No, you are not required to have a TSA approved luggage lock on your bag to fly. You can use any luggage lock you want but if your lock is not TSA approved, then if the TSA does search your luggage, they have the right to cut off your non-approved TSA lock because they do not have a key to open it.

What luggage locks are TSA approved?

Comparison Table of the Best TSA-Approved Locks

Name Type
Elastraap Luggage Strap with TSA Lock Strap
Master Lock TSA Accepted Luggage Lock Cable
TravelMore TSA Approved Travel Combination Cable Luggage Lock Cable
Master Lock Keyed TSA Accepted Luggage Lock Key

Can anyone open a TSA lock?

In it, they unwittingly published a photo of the master keys the TSA uses for TSA-approved baggage locks. That means, anyone that can print these keys can unlock any brand “Travel Sentry” lock, no matter if it’s from Master Lock, Brinks, Samsonite, American Tourister, Stanley, or any other manufacturer.

Are you allowed to put a lock on your luggage?

The packaging on the locks indicates whether they can be opened by TSA. However, if you decide to lock your checked baggage and TSA cannot open it through other means, then the locks may have to be cut. For soft-sided baggage, this process will not damage your zippers or zipper pulls.

Do I need to put my name on my luggage?

All luggage tags should list the owner’s name, email address, and a phone number. When traveling abroad, avoid a luggage tag with a flag or anything that could identify your nationality. Also, get a luggage tag with a cover so your information can’t be scanned by someone near you.

Should you put your name and address on your luggage?

All luggage tags should list the owner’s name, email address, and a phone number. Whether or not to include an address, however, is contentious, and you might want to refrain from putting your home address on your luggage. Also, get a luggage tag with a cover so your information can’t be scanned by someone near you.

What not to put in checked baggage?

9 Things You Should Never Pack in a Checked Bag

  • Lithium Batteries. Lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries are only allowed in carry-on baggage.
  • Electronics. Apple iPad.
  • Medication.
  • Matches and Electronic Lighters.
  • Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices.
  • Jewelry.
  • Alcoholic Beverages Over 140 Proof.
  • Film.