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South Korea.
Know which rule applies.

The route matters. So does the airline operating the flight.

Source checked 25 Oct 2026
Published rule
Insulate each power bank (tape over the terminals or a separate clear plastic bag). Overhead bin storage is strictly prohibited. Korean carriers ban using or charging power banks on board.
Scope supported here
The cited Korean Air and Asiana policies. These sources do not establish a universal ban for every foreign airline departing Korea.
Effective from
26 Jan 2026

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Official sources

Departure requirements and the operating airline’s onboard policy can be different. This record only applies to the scope shown above.