Jokes about carrying weapons of mass destruction like guns and bombs alike are not tolerated at airport security in other countries.

4. You’re drunk.

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Drunken passengers causing a ruckus 35,000 feet above the ground became a serious problem with United Kingdom airlines two years ago. The British Transport Association held meetings to mull modifying the norms of their no-fly list to include drunk and abrasive behaviour on board.

5. Criminal offences

Other countries also have in place a no-fly list barring individuals from flying if they have engaged in criminal activities as defined by the Criminal Code in that country. Citizens have also been put on the list for travelling to the ‘wrong’ country frequently which have been defined as trouble zones.