Qatar Airways allows up to two power banks of 100 Wh or less, carried in the cabin and kept within reach, not in overhead bins. You may charge your devices from one outside critical phases of flight if it stays in view, but you cannot charge the power bank itself on board.
Checked against Qatar Airways' official page on . Airlines change these rules often; confirm before you fly.
- Using it on board
- With conditions
- How many
- 2Only two power banks per passenger.
- Size without approval
- 100 Wh
- Size with approval
- Not allowed
- Charging it on board
- Not allowed
- Checked bags
- Not allowed
Where to keep it
While charging a device, keep the power bank under direct supervision, not in a bag or overhead bin. Do not store in overhead bins or side lockers.
Other Qatar Airways' rules
- Use only during non-critical phases of flight
- Protect terminals against damage or short circuit
- Recalled models (including several Anker models) are not allowed
- With two power banks, the spare battery allowance falls from 20 to 18
When this started
The current rule took effect on 2026-06-18.
Questions people ask
Can I bring a power bank on Qatar Airways?
Qatar Airways allows up to two power banks of 100 Wh or less, carried in the cabin and kept within reach, not in overhead bins. You may charge your devices from one outside critical phases of flight if it stays in view, but you cannot charge the power bank itself on board.
Can I use a power bank on Qatar Airways flights?
Yes, with conditions. While charging a device, keep the power bank under direct supervision, not in a bag or overhead bin. Do not store in overhead bins or side lockers.
Can I put a power bank in checked luggage on Qatar Airways?
No. Power banks must travel in the cabin.