What medication is illegal in Egypt?


What medication is illegal in Egypt?

Prohibited Items
  • Medical drugs that cannot be dispensed without a prescription such as Tramadol, Xanax, Librax and other medicines.
  • Real and toy arms, ammunition and explosives and any other substances containing explosive materials such as firearms and crackers.
  • All kinds of artifacts.
  • All kinds of narcotics.


Do you have to pack medication in hand luggage?

You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.


Is tramadol illegal in Egypt?

Tramadol is listed by Egyptian authorities as an outlawed drug given its wide use as a heroin substitute.


What is not allowed in Egypt?

Medical drugs that cannot be dispensed without a prescription such as Tramadol, Xanax, Librax and other medicines. Real and toy arms, ammunition and explosives and any other substances containing explosive materials such as firearms and crackers. All kinds of artifacts. All kinds of narcotics.


Do antidepressants disqualify you from flying?

Pharmaceutical Considerations: The use of a psychotropic drug is disqualifying for aeromedical certification purposes – this includes all antidepressant drugs, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).


Is it safe to go to Egypt right now?

Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy's limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Do not travel to: The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.


What tourists should not do in Egypt?

  • Things to prepare before you visit Egypt.
  • This is what NOT to do in Egypt and mistakes to avoid.
  • Not researching the culture & country before you go.
  • You don't pack culturally appropriate clothing.
  • Not booking your Nile cruise first.
  • Not hiring a guide for certain tourist sites.
  • Travelling without a currency converter app.


Will airport security let through my vitamin pills?

You're allowed to travel with vitamins in tablet, capsule, and soft gel form, per TSA regulations. Soft gels are not considered liquids. “You're allowed to travel with vitamins in tablet, capsule, and soft gel form, per TSA regulations.”