All BSAA Container Locations & Key in RE9
Searching for every RE9 BSAA container location? Resident Evil 9: Requiem features 3 hidden BSAA containers scattered across the game world, each requiring the special BSAA Key to open. These armored military cases contain exclusive weapons, attachments, and lore items tied to the Bioterrorism Security Assessment Alliance. Finding all 3 RE9 BSAA containers is a rewarding side objective that gives you a significant combat advantage for the later chapters.
The BSAA containers are among the most well-hidden collectibles in the game. Unlike antique coins or files, these containers are large military cases but are placed in obscure locations that most players walk right past. This guide covers how to obtain the BSAA Key and where to find each container.
📝BSAA Key Required
You cannot open any BSAA container without the BSAA Key. The key is obtained automatically during a story cutscene in the Raccoon City chapter. You can find containers before getting the key, but they remain locked until you have it.
How to Get the BSAA Key
The BSAA Key is obtained during a cutscene in the Raccoon City chapter (Chapter 6). After the story event at the RPD station where Leon appears, a brief cinematic plays showing him handing you the BSAA Key along with instructions to locate the hidden supply caches he left throughout the region.
This is an unmissable story event — you cannot progress past this point without triggering the cutscene. The BSAA Key is added to your inventory automatically and persists for the rest of the game, including New Game Plus.
💡Backtrack for Container #1
After receiving the BSAA Key in Raccoon City, you can backtrack to find Container #1 in East Raccoon City before continuing the story. This is the best time to grab it since the area becomes harder to reach later.
All 3 BSAA Container Locations
Container 1: East Raccoon City Alleyway
The first BSAA container is located in an alleyway in East Raccoon City, accessible from the main street area after leaving the RPD station. This is the closest container to where you receive the BSAA Key.
Container 2: Leon's Safehouse
The second BSAA container is in Leon's Safehouse, a hidden location in the underground tunnel network beneath Raccoon City. This safehouse is a small room that Leon used as a temporary base of operations.
Container 3: ARK Laboratory Loading Dock
The third and final BSAA container is in the ARK Laboratory Loading Dock, an optional area on the ground floor of the laboratory that many players miss entirely.
BSAA Container Rewards Summary
| Container | Location | Key Reward | Bonus Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | East Raccoon City Alley | BSAA Tactical Vest (-15% damage) | Handgun Ammo x20, Field Report #1 |
| #2 | Leon's Safehouse (Underground) | BSAA Combat Knife (2x durability) | Shotgun Shells x8, Field Report #2 |
| #3 | ARK Loading Dock | BSAA Magnum Rounds x6 | First Aid Spray x2, Field Report #3 |
Why You Should Find All BSAA Containers
The BSAA Tactical Vest from Container #1 is one of the best defensive items in the game. A permanent 15% damage reduction makes a significant difference on higher difficulties, especially during boss fights. The BSAA Combat Knife from Container #2 lasts twice as long as the standard knife, saving valuable scrap metal on repairs.
Finding all three BSAA Field Reports also unlocks the BSAA Operative achievement and adds bonus lore entries to the Extras menu. These reports reveal important backstory about Leon's involvement with the BSAA and his connection to the events in RE9.
For completionists working toward 100%, these containers count as collectibles alongside Mr. Raccoon statues and antique coins. Grab all three to maximize your completion percentage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I open BSAA containers before getting the key?
No. You can locate the containers, but interacting with them displays "Locked — requires BSAA Key." You must progress the story until the Leon cutscene in Chapter 6 to receive the key. Container #1 in East Raccoon City can be opened immediately after the cutscene.
Do BSAA container rewards carry over to New Game Plus?
Yes. The BSAA Tactical Vest, Combat Knife, and any ammunition collected from containers carry over to New Game Plus. The containers themselves reset and can be opened again for additional ammo and field reports.
Is it possible to miss any BSAA containers?
Container #1 (East Raccoon City) can be missed if you proceed to the underground tunnels without backtracking. Container #2 (Leon's Safehouse) can be missed if you do not explore the tunnel side corridors. Container #3 (ARK Loading Dock) can be missed if you follow only the main path. All three can be accessed via chapter select after completing the game.
Are the BSAA Field Reports needed for the Case Closed trophy?
No. The BSAA Field Reports are separate from the 75 main files tracked for the Case Closed trophy. They count toward the BSAA Operative achievement instead.
With all 3 RE9 BSAA containers opened and rewards collected, you have Leon's full supply cache at your disposal. Continue collecting with the weapon locations guide or head to the plant seedling guide for the next set of collectibles.