What medications are restricted in United Arab Emirates?

In United Arab Emirates, several common medicines (such as ADHD stimulants, codeine, tramadol and CBD) can be controlled, restricted or banned. Carry a prescription and check each medicine before you travel.

Bringing medication into United Arab Emirates: what to check (2026)

With limits

Some everyday medicines are controlled or banned in United Arab Emirates. Check the ones you carry below.

Always carry medication in its original packaging with your prescription or a doctor's letter.
Bring only a personal supply (usually up to ~30–90 days).
The rule that matters is the destination's — not your home country's.

Source: UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention

Adderall (Amphetamine)
With limits — Allowed only if you arrange approval first.Ritalin (Methylphenidate)
With limits — Allowed only if you arrange approval first.Sudafed (Pseudoephedrine)
Yes — Yes - bring it with your prescription.CBD oil (Cannabidiol)
Check — We don't have verified info for this yet.Codeine (Codeine)
With limits — Allowed only if you arrange approval first.Tramadol (Tramadol)
With limits — Allowed only if you arrange approval first.Vicks inhaler (Levomethamphetamine)
Yes — Yes - you can bring this in.Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
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