Quick Answer
Before a domestic flight in mainland China, check your power bank like airport security will check it: visible CCC mark, readable capacity label, no damaged shell and no recalled model. CAAC announced that from June 28, 2025, passengers are prohibited from carrying power banks without CCC markings, with unclear CCC markings or from recalled models and batches on domestic flights.
Last updated: 2026-06-20.
The Practical Rule
Do not bring an old, label-worn power bank and hope it passes. The rule creates a simple traveler decision: if the mark is unclear, replace it before the trip. The cost of replacing one battery is lower than losing your only charging backup at security.
Pack your charging gear the night before a flight:
| Item | Put it where | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Power bank | Carry-on bag | CCC mark, readable capacity, no swelling or damage |
| Spare lithium batteries | Carry-on bag | Terminals protected, labels readable |
| Wall charger and cables | Carry-on or checked bag | Keep one cable accessible |
| Laptop and camera batteries | Carry-on bag | Follow airline security instructions |
Official CAAC Announcement: What It Says
CAAC's English notice says it issued an urgent notice prohibiting passengers from carrying power banks without CCC markings, with unclear CCC markings, or from recalled models and batches on domestic flights starting June 28, 2025.
Useful source check:
- CAAC English notice: https://www.caac.gov.cn/English/News/202507/t20250709_227894.html
This is a domestic flight rule that matters even if you arrived in China from abroad with the same device. International arrival security and mainland domestic departure security are different checkpoints.
Before You Fly
Use this checklist before going to the airport:
- Look for the CCC or 3C mark on the power bank shell.
- Make sure the mark and capacity label are not rubbed off.
- Check whether the product model has been recalled.
- Do not pack power banks in checked luggage.
- Carry a charging cable in the same small pouch.
- If the device is old, swollen, cracked or label-less, replace it.
If your trip includes several domestic flights, use one compliant power bank for the whole route. Avoid buying a cheap unmarked replacement from a random street shop before flying.
At Security
Put the power bank where it can be inspected quickly. If an officer asks to see it, do not dig through a packed suitcase under time pressure. A small electronics pouch saves time.
If the power bank is rejected, ask whether you can dispose of it and continue. Do not count on mailing, storage or return options at every airport. The safe plan is to avoid bringing a questionable device in the first place.
Plan your next stop
- China travel basics for first-time visitors
- China train station luggage storage guide
- how to pay in China
FAQ
Can I take a power bank on a domestic flight in China?
Only if it meets airline and airport security requirements. CAAC announced that domestic flights prohibit power banks without CCC markings, unclear CCC markings or recalled models and batches from June 28, 2025.
Should a power bank go in checked luggage in China?
No. Power banks and spare lithium batteries should be carried in hand luggage, not checked baggage.
What should I check before airport security?
Check that the CCC mark is visible and legible, the capacity label is clear, the shell is not damaged, and the model is not recalled.
For the payment part of your trip, see WeChat Pay setup.
China airport power bank checklist
Power Bank Capacity Limits (Wh)
| Rated energy | CAAC carriage rule |
|---|---|
| 100Wh or less | No airline approval required for the capacity itself |
| Over 100Wh and no more than 160Wh | Airline approval required |
| Over 160Wh | Not permitted |
Checked 2026-10-30 against the CAAC carriage notice and domestic CCC/recall notice. Capacity approval does not remove the CCC and recall checks. The ICAO 2026 addendum sets an absolute two-power-bank limit; Air China's August 2026 rules also state a maximum of two and prohibit overhead storage, powering devices and recharging in flight. Follow your carrier's current instructions.
