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Flight Cash and Baggage Limit: Whether going abroad or to a place away from the city, people often prefer to go by flight. And why not go, this is the only means by which you can reach your destination quickly. Although till today you must have taken care of the things related to luggage while traveling by plane, but do you know that there is also a penny which has some limitations on carrying it?
Yes, if you are traveling by plane and want to carry cash with you then you can carry only a limited amount of cash in your bag. Although withdrawal facilities are available in India and abroad, there are many people who prefer to carry cash with them for their convenience.
Can you take that much cash on an airplane?
According to the guidelines of Reserve Bank of India, if you fly domestically, you can carry cash only up to a maximum of Rs 2 lakh. But if you are going on a foreign trip then this rule does not apply.
How much cash is one allowed to carry while traveling abroad?
If you are going to travel to any other country except Nepal and Bhutan, you can take foreign currency up to $3000. If you plan to carry more cash than this, you will need store value and traveller's cheques.
What should be the weight of luggage on a flight?
Now you know how much cash can be carried in the flight and now you also know what should be the weight of the luggage in the flight. You can keep weight from 7 to 14 kg in the handbag. The weight of the check-in baggage you leave at the check-in counter can range from 20 kg to 30 kg. The same rules apply for international flights also. If you want accurate information regarding weight, then you can find out by visiting the official website of your flight.
What cannot be taken while traveling by flight?
You should not keep some things with you during air travel, let us tell you that there are restrictions on carrying them in air travel. You cannot carry chemical items like chlorine, acid, bleach etc.
Can alcohol be carried on domestic flights?
Yes, you can carry alcohol in the check-in bag but it should not exceed 5 litres. There are also liquor shops at many airports.