Do you like to consume CBD regularly or consume it for medical purposes? If you’re considering carrying CBD on a plane, then you must know the rules and regulations on carrying hemp-derived products.

In 2019, a 71-year-old woman was arrested for carrying CBD oil at Fort Worth International airport while travelling to Oregon. Although TSA has eased restrictions on carrying CBD products, rules vary depending on departure and arrival locations.

To prepare in advance and avoid any unwanted troubles, this article will guide you through where and how you can fly with CBD.

Can You Take CBD On A Flight In The US?

First of all, you should identify whether your CBD product is derived from hemp or marijuana. Under federal law, marijuana-based products are illegal to be owned, and hence, can’t be traveled with. 

There is a different ruling for hemp-derived CBD products. The federal law approves hemp-derived CBD products as long as they contain less than 0.3% of THC, according to the 2018 Farm Bill. This means you can consume such CBD products, however, there are strict guidelines on traveling with federally legal CBD.

Secondly, your flight’s departure and arrival locations determine whether you can travel with federally legal CBD products or not. Several states allow carrying CBD products as long as they conform to federal and state laws.

However, there are some states in which all kinds of hemp and marijuana products are banned. These include Nebraska, South Dakota, and Idaho. If any of these states is your departure or arrival location, then you must follow the state laws and avoid carrying CBD products. Therefore, it’s important to stay updated regarding the state laws of your destination or the departure location.

Lastly, keep revising TSA’s regulations on carrying CBD products. According to the TSA, flight passengers are allowed to bring CBD products that fulfil the following conditions:

• Must be FDA-approved CBD such as Epidiolex
• Medical Marijuana
• Contain less than 0.3% THC

What To Expect At The Airport?

At the airport, CBD carriers will go through the usual TSA screening process. This screening process is usually concerned with maintaining passenger safety and security. Finding hemp-derived or marijuana-based products isn’t the TSA’s main concern.

However, if TSA officials find hemp-based products that are illegal according to state laws, they will report the incident to law enforcement officers. The law enforcement officials will take further action depending on the severity of the case.

Will you be sniffed by a TSA dog on carrying CBD products? The answer is no. TSA dogs don’t sniff luggage to check for drugs. They’re appointed for detecting explosives and explosive materials.

Overall, the clearance of a CBD product depends on the approval of the TSA officer. 

Guidelines On Flying With CBD Products

To ensure that your CBD product is approved for carrying on a flight, experts recommend keeping the following documents at hand during the screening process.

• A Medical Prescription Of The FDA-Approved CBD Drug

If you’re carrying an FDA-approved CBD drug in your luggage, then it’s a good measure to have the CBD product’s medical prescription at hand. Keep the CBD product in its original packing and display the medical prescription if questions are asked by the TSA officer.

• Copy Of The CoA Of Your CBD Products

If you’re carrying CBD products to the airport, then make sure you have access to the certificate of analysis for all products. You can find the CoA on your CBD manufacturer’s website. Various manufacturers also provide QR codes on product packaging which lead directly to the product’s website and the COA on scanning.

A CoA shows the active ingredients contained in a CBD product, whether THC is present and less than 0.3%, the testing date, and the name of the testing lab (usually a third-party lab). A copy of the CoA’s for each different CBD product is an essential document that proves whether they’re permissible for use. 

• Stay Updated With The Latest Regulations Of TSA On Your Phone

It’s a good measure to keep the TSA’s regulations webpage always bookmarked in your mobile’s web browser. They can come in handy when in doubt about travelling with CBD products via air. 

Sometimes, these regulations can be shown to support your case when you encounter a new TSA official or one who is unfamiliar with TSA regulations regarding CBD.

Allowance Of CBD On International Flights

If you’re travelling to another country, then the allowance of CBD products varies from country to country. The cannabinoid is illegal to use in some European nations which include Iceland, Monaco, and Montenegro.

Asian countries where CBD isn’t allowed include Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Most Middle Eastern and African countries don’t allow CBD consumption. However, since 2020, Lebanon has allowed the use of marijuana but only for medical purposes. In South Africa, CBD products can be used under certain regulations. 

While travelling internationally, always research whether your destination country allows CBD or not. If you’re going on a direct flight, you must check that all stopping locations within the flight approve carrying CBD.

5 Frequently Asked Questions

• Can You Fly With CBD oil?

All CBD products that contain less than 0.3% THC can be carried during air travel. However, some regulations have been applied to liquid products. To carry CBD liquid products in a carry-on, their bottles should be in sizes of less than 3.4 ounces (100 ml). These should be placed in a quart-sized bag for a smooth screening process.

However, if the CBD liquid bottles are sizes greater than 100 ml, place them in your checked luggage.  

• Can You Fly With CBD Gummies?

In the US, you can fly with CBD gummies as long as they’re federally legal, i.e, contain less than 0.3% THC and are authorized for usage in the state. Note that, state laws regarding CBD use vary. Hence, it’s best recommended to revise the state laws of your departure and arrival locations regarding the use of CBD. 

If you’re traveling internationally, then contact your flight provider and the customs department of your destination country for proper details on whether CBD is legal.

• Can You Travel With CBD Products To The UK?

CBD products can be taken during a flight to the UK as long as they contain less than 0.2% THC. However, it’s recommended to contact your flight provider and the customs department of your destination before booking a flight. 

• In what US States Is CBD illegal?

The US States where CBD products are illegal are, Idaho, Nebraska, and South Dakota. 

• In which European Countries Is CBD Illegal?

European countries in which CBD is illegal include:

• Albania
• Andorra
• Armenia
• Belarus
• Republic of Georgia
• Lithuania
• Moldova
• Monaco
• Montenegro
• Slovakia 

Takeaway – Can You Take CBD On A Plane

You can carry CBD products on a flight as long as they’re legal to use according to the federal and state laws of the US. Most US states approve of using CBD except Nebraska, Idaho, and South Dakota. 

If you’re preparing for a flight within the US, follow TSA’s regulations while packing your CBD products. For flights outside of the US, it’s best to stay in touch with your flight provider and the customs department of your destination to prevent unwanted circumstances for carrying CBD products.