Passengers are advised that a number of items that could be adapted or intended for use as an offensive weapon are not allowed on board ship without valid lawful reason.
These items include:
If you require further information or intend to travel with any of the above items please contact NorthLink Ferries for guidance.
The safe transport of firearms is strictly regulated on all routes. Passengers wishing to travel with firearms, guns and/or ammunition should reference the Conditions of Carriage and be prepared to assist staff in fulfilling regulatory requirements.
Passengers should declare any firearms, guns and/or ammunition at the time of booking and then again discreetly during check-in. You will be asked to provide your firearms licence for inspection and to surrender the firearm and/or ammunition.
For passengers travelling with a vehicle, firearms (such as a rifle, shotgun or any other type of gun) or ammunition may remain in the vehicle if NorthLink Ferries is satisfied that it is appropriately secured, confirmation will be given by a ships officer onboard during embarkation.
Your firearm/ammunition will be returned to you at the arrival port and you will be escorted from the port by security.
For information about travelling with gas, for camping or for medical reasons, please visit the ‘Before you travel‘ webpage.
To find out more about travelling with diving gases and other diving equipment, please visit the ‘dive equipment policy‘ webpage.
Header image: Security collect boarding passes before passengers drive on board photo © Copyright Colin Keldie
