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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device
Carry On Baggage: Yes
Checked Baggage: Yes

The distilled water used by this device is exempted from the liquid restrictions. In order to have a CPAP device screened, passengers may choose to either: 1) bring a clear plastic bag to place the respiratory device into for screening or 2) leave the attachments (tubes and mask) inside the case and place the main electronic unit only in a bin.

Documentation to support your medical needs or condition is not required; however, if you feel that it would help ease your screening, it should be presented to the screening officer along with your medically necessary items.

Special Needs
CATSA recognizes that travel can be challenging for passengers with special needs. This section offers general information about planning your trip and what to do at the screening checkpoint, followed by specific information by special need. Planning Your Trip If you need someone to help...

Liquids, Non-solid Food & Personal Items
You can make your security screening experience quicker and easier by packing your liquids, non-solid food, personal and toiletry items properly.  At the airport, these items are referred to as “liquids, aerosols and gels.” Below you will find information on various items that fall into these...

Carry-on or Checked?
Carry-on baggage is screened by passing your baggage through the X-ray equipment at the screening checkpoint. If your item is too big to go through the X-ray, it must be checked.  Similarly, if an item is not permitted past the checkpoint, you may have the option to place it in your checked...

Travel Agent Resources
As a travel agent, you already deal with a lot of questions from your clients. Use and share the resources below to easily answer your clients' questions about going through security. Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAGs) Bags Printable Infographics to Provide to Your Clients CATSA's "Breeze...

Guidelines for Batteries
Most batteries are generally safe for air travel. Infrequently, batteries can short-circuit and overheat and in some cases cause sparks or a fire. This page provides tips for travelling with batteries, including how to properly pack spare batteries. Keep all batteries and electronic devices...

Medication and Medical Items
Passengers with medical needs are allowed to bring prescription and essential non-prescription medications with them through the security checkpoint as well as any medically required items and mobility aids. Prescription and essential non-prescription medications You may bring...

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