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Can I bring seeds on a plane?

Quick rules for flying with seeds in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.

🇺🇸 United States (TSA)

Carry-on
Yes
Checked bag
Yes

Domestic: allowed. International: most countries require import permits — undeclared seeds can be confiscated and fined.

🌎 Latin America

Carry-on
No
Checked bag
No

Strict biosecurity. Chile (SAG), Argentina (SENASA), Brazil (MAPA), Peru (SENASA), Colombia (ICA) all require import permits and phytosanitary certificates. Bringing undeclared seeds typically results in confiscation plus fines (USD $100–500+).

⚠️ Airline rules vary and change frequently. This page summarises common guidance — always confirm with your specific airline before flying, especially for international travel.
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