Is it safe for my son to bring Xanax for anxiety during his visit to Thailand for Muay Thai training?

Medication Regulations in Thailand Customs and Import Regulations Xanax and Anxiety Treatment Travel Health Advice Visa and Immigration Issues

Aug 10, 2024

4 months ago

Burton ********

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Greetings! My Son is visiting Phuket for Muay Thai training for two months. He is prescribed Xanax for anxiety. Would he be okay going through customs with that medication? I did not see it on a prohibited list. Thank you.

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When traveling to Thailand with prescribed medications like Xanax, it's advisable to take a doctor's letter confirming the prescription. While Xanax may not be explicitly prohibited, officials have the discretion to question its legality. A general guideline suggests bringing no more than a 30-day supply. A doctor's note can help avoid any complications during customs inspection.

Frangipani *******

@Burton *******

. Happy to hear that your son has been accepted into the training academy 👍

I would advise you to get a letter from your GP confirming that he is on the medication 💊 he carries.

I always get one of those letters before I travel to Thailand . 🇹🇭I have never been questioned but it would be a real shame if your son was denied entry because of such a trivial thing.

It will be up to to the Immigration Officer 👮processing your son’s visa and of course customs, if they find drugs - albeit legitimate - to potentially take action.

My recommendation, please get a letter of confirmation from your GP.

Hope this helps 😃

4 months ago

Andy **********

Officially limited to 30 days supply.

4 months ago

John ********

Has he been to Thailand before for extended periods? If he has mental health issues it’s probably not the right place

4 months ago

Bob *******

I have been stopped at Heathrow but no problem just checking illegal drugs

4 months ago

Wayne *********

Take a doctors letter just incase they ask. Unlikely they will but take a letter and genuine package.

4 months ago

Burton ********

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Thank you. Yes, it is in the bottle from the pharmacy with his and the Doctor's name on it.

4 months ago

Wayne *********

@Burton *******

I have never been stopped and questioned and go monthly. That does not mean he will not. Letter and genuine package will be fine.

4 months ago

Burton ********

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@Wayne ********

Do you have to show cash going into the country? He uses his debit card.

4 months ago

Wayne *********

@Burton *******

again never been asked but they can ask for proof of 20,000baht or equivalent in your own currency. I always have at least 1000aud on me. Cards get lower rate and $9 fee every time withdraw cash.

4 months ago

Burton ********

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@Wayne ********

Great, thank you.

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