Low cost carrier Ryanair, which boasts bases in Zagreb, Dubrovnik and Zadar, is planning to increase its "personal bag" size by 20% as the EU brings in a new standard. Passengers will be allowed to take an item such as a handbag or laptop bag measuring up to 40cm x 30cm x 20cm in the cabin without paying an extra fee. It should weigh less than 10kg, and fit "under the seat in front you". The new size represents a 20% increase in volume from the current maximum dimensions. This will mean that Ryanair accepts free bags one third bigger than the new EU minimum size limit. Ryanair said the new free bag size would come into effect in the coming weeks as its bag size measuring devices were adjusted to the new standard. The size is still less generous than rival budget airline easyJet, which allows a free underseat bag of 45cm x 36cm x 20cm (including wheels and handles) weighing up to 10kg. Wizz Air allows one cabin bag as big as Ryanair's new limits - 40cm x 30cm x 20cm, with the same weight limit of 10kg. The EU has been working with airlines to agree a minimum free bag size, so that frequent travellers can purchase one piece of luggage and be confident it would be accepted by multiple airlines. The rule applies to airlines based in the EU.