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Luggage and Liquid Regulations in France: real experience from chats

Short answer
Airport security strictly enforces a 100ml limit on liquid containers, requiring all liquids and cosmetics to be packed in accessible, clear bags for quick removal. Additionally, airlines like Air France rigorously check hand luggage dimensions and weight at the gate, imposing heavy fees for any violations.

From real experience

Beauvais-Tillé (BVA) is a small airport serving budget airlines.
Transfers to Paris (Porte Maillot) take approximately 1.5 hours by shuttle bus. Security checks are strict regarding liquids; carry-on liquids must be in clear zip-lock bags to avoid manual inspection or unpacking.
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Air France is strictly enforcing hand luggage weight and size limits, including backpacks.
A passenger reported being charged 80 euros for 3 kg of excess hand luggage. Online check-in does not exempt passengers from these checks. Be prepared for thorough inspections at the gate.
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At Lyon Airport (LYS), travelers passing through security checks may be asked to remove all cosmetic bags and liquids from their hand luggage.
It is advisable to pack these items in an easily accessible manner to facilitate quick removal during inspection.
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Airport security regulations for hand luggage restrict liquid containers to a maximum of 100ml.
A 200ml container, even if unopened, will be confiscated at security checkpoints at airports like Beauvais-Tillé (BVA).
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