Emirates has officially enforced its safety regulations regarding the use of power banks by passengers on board flights, the UAE carrier confirmed on Tuesday.
“Using any kind of power bank is prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective from tomorrow, October 1, 2025,” it said in a statement.
“Emirates provides in-seat charging on all aircraft; however, it still recommends that customers fully charge their devices before flying, especially on longer duration flights.”
The airline stated that the rule is now in effect across its entire fleet, following a safety review that identified risks associated with lithium battery incidents in aviation.
Emirates emphasised that although its aircraft are equipped with in-seat charging ports, passengers are advised to fully charge their devices before boarding, particularly for long-haul flights.
The airline explained that the increased use of portable chargers has paralleled a rise in incidents related to lithium batteries across the aviation sector.
