Going Through Security
Use these essential phrases when you are going through the airport security check before your flight.
Key Phrases
Do I need to take my laptop out of my bag?
💡 Ask this question if you are not sure where to put your electronic devices.
Should I put my belt and shoes in the tray?
💡 Use this phrase to ask the officer about the items that you are wearing.
Are these liquids small enough to go through?
💡 You can ask this when you have small bottles of perfume or hand cream.
I have already put my liquids in a clear plastic bag.
💡 Tell the officer this information if they ask about the liquid rules at security.
Could you please tell me where I should go now?
💡 Use this polite question when you are not sure about the next step.
Should I walk through the body scanner now?
💡 Ask this question when you are waiting for the officer to give you instructions.
I have a metal joint, so the machine might make a sound.
💡 You must explain this to the officer before you walk through the scanning machine.
Excuse me, is this tray mine or does it belong to someone else?
💡 Ask this if you are confused about the bags that are on the belt.
Can I collect my bags from the other side of the machine?
💡 Ask this when you have successfully passed through the scanner and want your bags.