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Individual quantities of liquids, gels or pastes must be held in individual containers not exceeding 100ml. These containers must be carried in clear plastic, zip-top or re-sealable bag which does not exceed 20cm X 20cm (8in x 8in) or equivalent to one (1) litre (1.75 pint) capacity. These may include:

Hair sprays
Lotions
Shampoos
Medicines
Creams
Toothpastes
Perfumes
Liquid or aerosol deodorants
Water and other drinks, soups and syrups

Note that these items must fit in the bag comfortably and the bag must be completely closed.

Banned Items

Transportation of some materials is considered dangerous by virtue of the fact that these articles or substances are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment.

Some of these materials are listed below:

Flammable liquids
Flammable solids
Explosives
Oxidising materials
Organic peroxides - bleaches
Infectious substances - bacteria, viruses
Radioactive materials
Corrosives - wet cell batteries
Gas cylinders containing toxic, flammable, non-flammable and refrigerated liquefied gas
Magnetised materials
Dry ice - solid carbon dioxide

Duty Free Liquids

Customers may purchase any liquid items once they have cleared security provided that it is carried in a tamper-evident bag and the receipt is attached to the bag or is placed inside the bag so it is easily readable.

Damaged, Lost Or Delayed Luggage

When your baggage gets delayed or lost during the journey, Ghana International Airlines makes every effort to return such baggage in the shortest possible time.

Insurance And Luggage Liability Limitations

Ghana International Airlines makes every attempt to ensure careful handling of baggage. However, the airlines' liability for loss, delay or damage to baggage is limited unless a higher value is declared in advance and additional charges paid.

The extent of airline liability is not based on the weight of the bag nor its value. Ghana International Airlines does not accept liability for fragile, valuable, perishable articles or baggage which is packed in damaged or unsuitable containers.

Under the Conditions of Carriage we accept no liability for the loss of jewellery, other valuables and money contained in checked baggage. You are advised to keep valuables, important documents and currencies in your hand luggage.

We advice that you obtain adequate travel insurance cover prior to your journey.