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BC Place Clear Bag Policy

What you can bring to the World Cup. What you can't. Dimensions and entry guide.

Allowed Bags

You may bring ONE of the following into BC Place:

Clear bag with handles
Maximum size: 12" wide × 6" deep × 12" tall. Must be made of clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC.
Clear clutch
Without handles. Maximum size: 6" × 3" × 4". Accepted at certain gates.
Small clutch or wristlet
Must be 5" × 8" or smaller. Solid color only (not clear).
Medically necessary bags
Insulin pump bags, EpiPen carriers, and similar. Medical documentation may be required.
Infant diaper bags
Must not exceed 12" × 6" × 12". Subject to inspection.

Clear Bag Dimensions

Maximum: 12" wide × 6" deep × 12" tall
Roughly the size of a small school backpack. Most standard clear grocery bags work.

Prohibited Items

Do NOT bring any of the following into BC Place:

Weapons of any kind
Knives, guns, explosives, fireworks, tasers, pepper spray, chains, batons, etc.
Recording devices
Professional cameras, video cameras, audio recorders (personal photos on phones are OK).
Glass / metal containers
All bottles, cans, and containers must be plastic. No outside beverages allowed.
Drones, selfie sticks, poles
No extended arms or devices that obstruct views.
Laser pointers
Any handheld laser device is prohibited.
Large flags or banners
No objects larger than 3 feet in any direction.
Air horns, whistles (noisemakers)
Exception: Small hand-held cowbells are permitted.
Illegal substances
Cannabis, cocaine, and all controlled substances are prohibited.

Entry Gates & Arrival

Before You Go

  • Arrive early: Clear bag lines move slowly on match days. Plan for 30–60 minutes before gates open.
  • Know your gate: Check your ticket for assigned entry gate. North gates typically have shorter lines.
  • Have your ticket ready: Digital or printed tickets accepted. Phone batteries die in lineups—have it charged.
  • Security scan: All bags will be visually inspected. Be patient and cooperative.

Heading to BC Place?

Security lines are long and WiFi fails under 54,500 fans. Don't lose signal—get your eSIM before you go.

Questions?

For official BC Place policies, visit bcplace.com.
This guide summarizes the most current policy as of June 2026. Rules may change day-of.