Medicines on Arrival

[seemefree]

Hi all,

I just have a query regarding the importing of prescription medication when entering Canada (for the first or any time after, as a permanent resident).

My partner uses contraception pills as has been prescribed to her by the doctor.
What is the maximum supply she can carry along? if she can carry it along in the first place.

Also, I use an inhaler for my mild asthma from time to time.
In some countries this is over the counter, in others it is a prescription drug.

I have seen this link : https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/medication which indicates that a supply lasting a maximum of 90 days is permitted to bring, provided it is in its original packaging, if it is prescription.

I just want to hear real feedback from people that have already travelled there with lots of medication.

Looking forward to your kind responses

 

[seemefree]

@DelPiero07 @legalfalcon

 

[scylla]

Hi all,

I just have a query regarding the importing of prescription medication when entering Canada (for the first or any time after, as a permanent resident).

My partner uses contraception pills as has been prescribed to her by the doctor.
What is the maximum supply she can carry along? if she can carry it along in the first place.

Also, I use an inhaler for my mild asthma from time to time.
In some countries this is over the counter, in others it is a prescription drug.

I have seen this link : https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/medication which indicates that a supply lasting a maximum of 90 days is permitted to bring, provided it is in its original packaging, if it is prescription.

I just want to hear real feedback from people that have already travelled there with lots of medication.

Looking forward to your kind responses

Maximum supply of personal medications anyone can carry is 90 days.

 

[seemefree]

Maximum supply of personal medications anyone can carry is 90 days.

Thank you so much for the quick response.

Regarding the ingredients that may be present in those medicines (which maybe illegal in Canada but legal where purchased), in that case, how do we analyze what is best taken and what is not? or is it allowed regardless, considering that it is a short term supply for pesonal consumption?

 

[scylla]

Thank you so much for the quick response.

Regarding the ingredients that may be present in those medicines (which maybe illegal in Canada but legal where purchased), in that case, how do we analyze what is best taken and what is not? or is it allowed regardless, considering that it is a short term supply for pesonal consumption?

I would bring what you need and make sure you declare everything when you get to Canada. If there's anything that is not allowed, worst case scenario they will take it from you at the border.

 

[ShaSal]

Hi all,

I just have a query regarding the importing of prescription medication when entering Canada (for the first or any time after, as a permanent resident).

My partner uses contraception pills as has been prescribed to her by the doctor.
What is the maximum supply she can carry along? if she can carry it along in the first place.

Also, I use an inhaler for my mild asthma from time to time.
In some countries this is over the counter, in others it is a prescription drug.

I have seen this link : https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/medication which indicates that a supply lasting a maximum of 90 days is permitted to bring, provided it is in its original packaging, if it is prescription.

I just want to hear real feedback from people that have already travelled there with lots of medication.

Looking forward to your kind responses

Hi I am in a similar situation like you. I have an autoimmune condition and am on many drugs. Can I contact you further on this issue. Any help will be appreciated.

 

[canuck78]

Hi I am in a similar situation like you. I have an autoimmune condition and am on many drugs. Can I contact you further on this issue. Any help will be appreciated.

If your goal is to immigrate to Canada you must figure out whether you will be medically inadmissible. Many people with autoimmune disorders are often on medications that cost over 19K/year.

 

[ShaSal]

If your goal is to immigrate to Canada you must figure out whether you will be medically inadmissible. Many people with autoimmune disorders are often on medications that cost over 19K/year.

This reply might be 3 years late. But for anyone who is dealing with an autoimmune condition and thinking of immigrating. I managed to go off all my meds within a year by changing my diet, lifestyle etc. That's a long discussion in itself. I successfully managed to immigrate as well without any issues. Haven't been on any meds since 2019 and secured a good job here. I did put an enormous amount of effort and dedication because I was determined. Don't let anyone tell 'you cannot'. Try and find a way out to solve your own problems.