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Tight security at Stansted Airport means that all passengers flying through the airport are required to pass through numerous security checks. Here you will find details of such security checks. |
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Here we list the current Stansted security unofficial information relating to both luggage and checks you will need to pass through. Do take note of the details given as it will make your time at the airport easier and stress free. |
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Stansted Airport Security Information ... |
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Security is a very high priority at Stansted Airport. You will find that all the airport authorities are in full cooperation with the Government. Business Partners and Airlines alike are always working to ensure the safety of passengers and visitors.
Passengers must pay particular attention to the Stansted security controls within the airport. All travellers, regardless of travelling destination, will need to go through a number of rigorous security checks before being allowed to board. Security controls apply to both luggage and the passengers, so all passengers should note the restricted items to avoid any belongings being confiscated
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Security At Stansted Airport ... |
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Because of increased security measures be prepared to queue at all your passing points - the check-in desks, security control and your boarding gate.
As a result of this please be aware of the advised check-in times - see our Preparation Guide for more advice and unofficial information.
All of Stansted's security precautions are carried out for the safety of all passengers and visitors.
Therefore help by ensuring you keep your luggage with you at all times and alert Airport staff if you see any suspicious or unattended packages or bags. |
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Security Control And Boarding ... |
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For entry into the Departure Lounges, all passengers will have to pass through security control. Here you must show your boarding card and your passport will be inspected.
Passengers then move on to have their hand luggage screened, along with themselves.
For more advice on those items of luggage that are not allowed then visit our Restricted and Prohibited Items of Luggage Guide.
Hand luggage needs to be put through the x-ray machine. As do other items such as handbags, jackets, coats, cameras, computers, mobile phones, calculators, etc.
Metallic items like keys, coins and certain types of belt buckles also have to pass through the x-ray machine. Passengers then pass through an archway metal detector.
Passengers with pacemakers should request a hand search. Wheelchair users will also require a hand Search.
The metal detector is safe for pregnant women, although they can opt to request a hand search.
Occasionally passengers are picked at random for hand searches at security control or towards the Departure Gate. |
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Some flights, when changing aircraft, require passengers to collect their baggage for additional screening before checking-in to a connecting flight.
Allow plenty of time between flights for such check-in rather than browsing the airport facilities. |
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