Can I Bring Shoelaces on a Plane to Canada?

Q: Can I bring Shoelaces on a plane to Canada?

Yes, you can bring shoelaces on a plane. It is allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Always check with the CATSA officer on duty, as final decisions are made at the checkpoint. For official rules visit: https://www.catsa-acsta.gc.ca/en/search/site?f%5B0%5D=content_type%3Awhat_to_pack&op=&search_api_fulltext=shoelaces

Shoelaces

Allowed

Allowed in both

According to CATSA guidelines, shoelaces: Permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage.

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The final decision rests with the CATSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Official CATSA Rules →

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Carry-on baggage

Allowed

Checked baggage

Allowed

CATSA Officer

Makes the final decision

Source: Official CATSA Regulations ↗Updated: May 20, 2026

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