Passengers departing from Malta International Airport are now permitted to carry liquids in containers of up to two litres, as well as electronic devices, in their hand luggage without the need for removal at the central security checkpoint, the Airport said.

MIA explained that this development follows the European Commission’s recent re-authorisation for the full use of EDS C3 security scanners. Given that the 100ml liquid restriction has not been uniformly lifted across all EU airports, passengers are advised to check security regulations at their destination airport for their return journey.The first phase of Malta International Airport’s ongoing terminal expansion project was successfully completed with the commissioning of the new non-Schengen arrivals area in June, it said.

MIA added that this expanded facility now accommodates twice the number of immigration booths, in preparation for the Immigration department’s phased implementation of the new EU Entry/Exit System, which is set to commence in October.

The company said it has now progressed to the second phase of the project, focused on the terminal’s extension towards the east.

Photos: MIA Security area and non-Schengen arrivals area

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