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Is it allowed to transport medicinal drugs in hand luggage to or from South Korea?

Please advise, is it allowed to transport medicinal drugs in the aircraft cabin to South Korea or from South Korea?
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Yes, it is allowed, this is absolutely normal practice, as there are no prohibitions on carrying medications in hand luggage to/from South Korea. But to avoid questions, you need to follow a few clear but mandatory rules.

The customs service of South Korea and other countries controls the import of medicines into the territory, and here is what is important to remember so that your baggage and hand luggage do not lead to additional checks:

  • Medicines for yourself. You can carry a volume sufficient for the duration of your trip.
  • Keep in original packaging. This is the main condition. Blisters, jars, and instructions must be factory-made. Loose medications in a bag will lead to immediate questions.
  • A doctor's prescription is your main document. If the medication requires a prescription, especially with strong effects, affecting the psyche or hormonal, be sure to bring a prescription or extract from a doctor, with a stamp. Preferably, the document should be in English. This will confirm that the drugs are intended for your own needs, not for sale.

In addition, consider the main restriction for carrying in hand luggage: it is prohibited to transport liquids in containers larger than 100 ml in hand luggage, which also includes thick substances, liniments, toothpastes, and others. If you have such with your medications, they need to be placed in checked baggage.

And finally, observe moderation with the quantity and weight of medications, so as not to accidentally exceed the allowable limits for hand luggage according to your airline ticket. Usually, it is allowed to carry baggage with a total weight of no more than 7 kilograms in hand luggage, but this limit may differ for individual airlines and specific fares, so check this issue with your airline ticket before departure.

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