Charlotte Douglas International Airport Security

Security

Introduction


Increased security measures are in operation in US airports. Information on what passengers are permitted and forbidden to take aboard is available to download here from the Transportation Security Administration (English version pdf) - http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=183&content=09000519800720a4.

Information on issues including traveling with children, pets, transporting special items is available here http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=175.

Prohibited Items

http://www.tsa.gov/interweb/assetlibrary/Permitted_Prohibited_12_18_2003.pdf

Visas, Immigration & Customs Information


For detailed information on visa requirements, immigration and customs, contact the consulate with relates to your destination.

US Immigration & Customs - http://www.customs.ustreas.gov/xp/cgov/travel/

Documentary requirements for travelers entering the US - http://www.customs.ustreas.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/documents_needed.xml

Lost & Found

Missing baggage:

Items lost in airplanes and gate areas are the responsibility of the relative airline. If an item has been left at one of the security checkpoints contact (704) 359-5195. For Items left in The Atrium please call the airport lost and found on (704) 359-4012. Please call (704) 359-4038 regarding any items lost in airport parking areas or parking shuttle buses.

Help for stranded travelers:

Information Counters located at the Ticketing Lobby of the airport offer assistance for travelers. General information regarding the airport and paging services are provided at the Information Counter.