Travellers

Check the requirements for travelling into or out of Australia with medicines, medicinal cannabis, kava, medical kits and other controlled substances.

If you are travelling into or out of Australia with medicines that contain controlled substances, there are requirements you may need to meet before you travel.

Find information on travelling with medicines, bringing medicines into or out of Australia, and when you may need permission from the Office of Drug Control (ODC).

Travelling to or from Australia with medicines and medical devices

Carry medicines into or out of Australia under the traveller’s exemption for personal use or immediate family and follow entry requirements of your destination country.
Travelling as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission and military personnel

How to bring your own supply of medication as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission, or to participate in a military exercise.
Travelling with kava for personal use

Find out the rules for bringing kava into Australia for personal use, including quantity limits and traveller requirements.

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Travellers

Travelling to or from Australia with medicines and medical devices

Travelling as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission and military personnel

Travelling with kava for personal use