Can you carry medicines in the cabin of an airplane to Egypt or from Egypt?

Yes, it is allowed, this is completely common practice, as there are no restrictions on carrying medicines in the cabin of an airplane to/from Egypt. But to avoid problems, you need to adhere to a few simple but strict requirements.

Egyptian and other countries' customs monitor the import of medicines into the territory, and here's what you need to know so that your baggage and hand luggage do not provoke unnecessary suspicions:

• Medications for personal use. It is allowed to carry the necessary amount for the duration of your trip.
• Keep in original packaging. This is a key requirement. Blister packs, containers, and usage instructions must be branded. Loose medications in a bag will immediately raise suspicion.
• A doctor's prescription is your key document. If the medicine is prescription-based, especially with strong effects, psychotropic, or containing hormones, be sure to have a prescription or medical certificate with a stamp. It's better if it is translated into English. This proves that the medicines are prescribed for your personal use, not for sale.

Also, don't forget the key rule for carrying in hand luggage: it is prohibited to carry liquids in containers larger than 100 ml in hand luggage, which also includes cream-like products, ointments, toothpaste, and similar items. If among your medications there are such, they need to be placed in checked baggage.

And finally, do not abuse the volume and weight of medicines, so as not to accidentally exceed the hand luggage allowance according to your airplane ticket. Usually, it is allowed to carry items in hand luggage with a total weight of no more than 7 kilograms, but this rule may vary among different carriers and different fare plans, so check it according to your airplane ticket before departure.

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