16 - Living organs

Living human organs

Living human organs to be used for transplants and compatibility tests, human cells cultures, and embryos. They must be transported in an insulated bag or specially designed packaging (bags, suitcases) fitted with ICE or lithium batteries.

  • In the cabin: Yes
  • In the hold: Yes
  • Prior approval needed: Yes*

* Authorization must be requested from Air France or your travel agency.

Please  note: You must provide the following documents at the airport.

  • - A task order of the passenger transporting the living organs
  • - A message* provided by the hospital department which has requested transport of the organ(s), excluding embryos
  • - A certificate of insemination, for embryos only

*  This message must be sent by fax, telex, or email to the relevant airport authorities (police, customs, military police, etc.)

Human blood

Blood samples transported for laboratory analysis.

  • In the cabin: No
  • In the hold: No