Passengers with luggage that requires “manual handling” will have to pay an extra fee at Dubai airport, Gulf News reported on Wednesday.
The new charges will apply to baggage that does not conform to standard size and weight regulations.
Dnata, the ground-handling service provider for airlines operating at Dubai International Airport, told Gulf News that it has updated its standard “terms and conditions with carriers, to cover the additional manual handling services for “out of gauge” baggage — a policy that is now being strictly enforced at Dubai International Airport.”
Air India will charge Dh45 ($12.25) per piece for “out of gauge,” according to the report. Other carriers’ fees may vary.
Out of gauge baggage are ones that are larger than the allowed size limit or even too light and fragile or without a flat surface. These could include any luggage that can damage or slow down the baggage system. However, it does not include overweight baggage or carry-ons.
FASTFACTS
- Exceed minimum dimensions of 30cm x 30cm x7.5cm
- Exceeds 75cm on any one side
- Weighs less than 2kg
- Flat display panels more than 43inches
