Can I bring vitamins and prescriptions into Italy? We are going there for a week to find housing. And then moving to Naples for 2 years for my husbands work. I once mailed a bunch of vitamins to my daughter there when she was studying abroad and they confiscated them before she got them. Can I pack them in my check bag without a problem? Anyone know?
Posted by
New Paltz, NY
9100 posts
Customs check heading into Europe are rare, so it's unlikely your bags will be searched entering Italy. Reentering the USA is more of a concern, as you have a higher chance of being selected for a hand search. Customs law require that all medications be in their original containers, with the perscrition stick from the pharmacy attached.
Posted by
Albert Lea
67 posts
We took a lot of medications this spring. I kept them all in their original containers and had no problem going or re-entering. I also packed them in zip lock see through bags.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32212 posts
Cyndee,
I always travel with several bottles of Vitamins (usually in my checked luggage) and so far haven't had any problems. I always leave them in their original bottle with labels attached.
Moving to Naples for two years - that's exciting! Don't forget to check in here every so often, as you'll be able to help anyone having questions on that area.
Happy travels!
Posted by
OP
Bothell, WA, USA
2 posts
Thank-you, you've all been very helpful...we'll see how it goes.
Posted by
OH, OH, USA
1158 posts
I don't believe you are going to have any problems, but I would check the EU regulations.