What medications are banned in Bali?
What medications are banned in Bali? As well as sleeping pills, Australian prescription medication including strong painkillers containing codeine and medication for ADHD are among those banned from Bali. Paracetamol, antidiarrheals and antibiotics should be OK but it is always advisable to check with the Indonesian embassy before leaving home.
How do I declare medication at customs?
- Declare all drugs, medicinals, and similar products to the appropriate CBP official;
- Carry such substances in their original containers;
- Carry only the quantity of such substances that a person with that condition (e.g., chronic pain) would normally carry for his/her personal use; and.
Will customs check my pills?
Medication is usually screened by X-ray; however, if a passenger does not want a medication X-rayed, he or she may ask for a visual inspection instead. This request must be made before any items are sent through the X-ray tunnel.
What medication Cannot be taken into Bali?
It is prohibited to bring narcotics into the Country. If you are bringing medicines containing narcotics you must declare your medication by using customs declaration (CD) and present a physician's letter that states the reason for taking the medicine and a copy of original prescription to customs officers.
Do I need a doctor letter to take medication abroad?
Ask your doctor for a letter on their letterhead explaining your medical treatment and necessity, translated into the host country's language, if necessary. Pack enough medication to last the length of your trip and no more than personal-use quantities.
Can airport baggage scanners see pills?
As a quick answer: Yes, most airport scanners will detect pills inside your bag and it doesn't matter if they are in a plastic or a metal container, and it is really helpful to travel with your pills in their original prescription bottles even though it is not obligatory or recommended by the TSA.
What happens if drugs are found in checked luggage?
When drugs are confiscated in airports, TSA officers usually refer to law enforcement to secure the confiscated substances and store them in a warehouse known as a crime laboratory. Here, the drugs will be tested, organized, and shelved for trials.