Traveling with Medication: The Ultimate Legal Guide (2026)
You pack your bags. You grab your pills. You land in Dubai. You get arrested.
The Reality of Drug Laws
What is "Over the Counter" in the US (e.g., Adderall, Codeine, Sudafed) can be a controlled substance in other countries.
- Japan: Strict ban on stimulants (including many ADHD meds).
- UAE: Zero tolerance for narcotic analgesics without a prescription.
How to Stay Safe
- Keep Original Packaging: Never mix pills in a ziplock bag.
- Carry a Doctor's Note: It must be recent and signed.
- Check the Database: Use PillPassport to scan your pill or search the drug name against local laws.
AI Identification
Found a loose pill in your bag? Take a photo with PillPassport. Our AI identifies it by shape, color, and imprint code, then tells you if it's legal at your destination.