Christmas Lights
String lights are allowed in carry-on and checked bags without restriction.
Carry-on
Allowed
Checked
Allowed
Carry-on details
Allowed. String lights — holiday, fairy, or decorative — are a corded electrical item with no restriction.
Checked-bag details
Allowed. No restriction in checked baggage.
FAQ
- Do string lights need special screening?
- No — they're an ordinary corded electrical item with no restriction in carry-on or checked bags.
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Source: TSA — What Can I Bring? · Last verified: 2026-08-02
Final decision rests with the security officer at the checkpoint.