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What You Need to Know About Traveling with Soft Body Armor

Posted by Amir Tayyebi Moghaddam on
What You Need to Know About Traveling with Soft Body Armor

Those days are long gone when armor was used and kept for military and law enforcement. We live in a world where first responders, such as firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, security guards, or even civilians, would be looking for soft body armor

There are several factors to consider when traveling with body armor or armor plates.

  1. Threat level
  2. The weight
  3. Its performance
  4. Concealability

When it comes to body armor, there are two main categories to look out for: soft body armor and hard armor plates. There are three threat levels for soft body armor or backpack armor inserts: levels IIA, II, and IIIA (IIIA being the highest threat level capable of stopping rounds up to .44 Magnum.) Generally, soft body armor is the way to go when traveling because it's lighter, thinner, and can be found in larger sizes, unlike hard plates.

Depending on where you are traveling, hard armor plates (level III and IV) would be the better choice if you believe you're more at risk of being exposed to rifle rounds. 

Is body armor TSA approved?

The answer is Yes!

Is body armor TSA approved

 

According to TSA "Generally, body armor is allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Please note however that even if an item is generally allowed, our officers make the final decision on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint" 

https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/body-armor#:~:text=Checked%20Bags%3A%20Yes,is%20allowed%20through%20the%20checkpoint

Even though you can have your body armor with you, we recommend not wearing it at the airport, as it may attract unwanted attention. Instead, have it nicely tucked into your backpack until you safely arrive at your destination.

There are some rules and regulations we must keep in mind when considering traveling with body armor, such as:

  1. A policy of transport company.
  2. Laws related to the destined country.

Because these laws and regulations vary from country to country, it's best to research before traveling with your body armor. 

Should I travel with my concealable body armor?

travel with concealable body armor - omni protex


The answer to any such query is based on your personal choice. If carrying soft body armor gives you the peace of mind to travel around, then yes. But here are some reasons why we believe body armor is necessary when traveling:

1) Safety: Every country has its own safety rules and regulations which you must follow if you want to visit that country, along with the history of crime or violence that the country pertains to.

2) Peace of mind: Sometimes, knowing you have protection against certain gun threats gives you mental space to enjoy your holiday as much as possible.

3) Your Public Image: If you are a high-level CEO, politician, or any such prominent, well-known identity, consider the extra level of protection. 

In general, when traveling, most countries allow travelers to bring personal body armor for their own protection, such as concealable bulletproof vests or plates. However, there may be restrictions on the type of body armor that is allowed, particularly if it is military-grade or designed for use by law enforcement.

If you are traveling with body armor, checking with the relevant authorities in your destination country is always a good idea to ensure you comply with their regulations. Additionally, when traveling by air, you should check with your airline about their policies for bringing body armor on board, as there may be restrictions or special procedures you need to follow.

Wearing soft body armor while traveling

Wearing soft body armor while traveling

 

You can wear soft body armor while traveling. However, we recommend you remove it before passing the security checks. Wearing soft body armor while passing through the TSA checkpoint is up to the officers to let you know whether or not they allow you to. 

Remember, whether or not you can travel with body armor depends on the specific laws and regulations of the country or region you are traveling to and the type of body armor you have. 

In simple words, yes, you can travel with body armor domestically and internationally, as long as you do your research beforehand. 

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