There will now be more stringent regulations governing what passengers can and cannot bring on flights to Dubai. Common drugs and other daily things are included in the recently released list of prohibited and restricted items.
Many travelers may be impacted by this decision, particularly those who are carrying necessary medications.
What's new?
In the past, travelers could conveniently pack personal belongings and necessary medications in their hand luggage. However, numerous things, including several regularly used medications, are now restricted by new regulations that are expressly aimed at flights to Dubai. According to a Times of india story, only authorized medications are permitted, and even then, travelers might require extra authorization or documentation.
Things that are prohibited in the cabin or in checked luggage
Currently, a large number of products are prohibited from being transported in checked or hand luggage. These consist of:
1. Narcotics & Drugs:
Opium, heroin, and cocaine
Poppy seeds and dizziness medications
2. Wildlife and Food Products:
Some herbs and betel nuts
Products made from rhino horn and ivory
Fishing nets with three layers
3. Artifacts and Books:
Photographs, oil paintings, and some books
Stone sculptures and religious statues
4. Additional Items:
Fake currency
Home-cooked or homemade meals
Items permitted with authorization or payment
If the traveler has previous authorization or pays a charge, they may still be able to bring some prohibited things. These consist of:
Both plants and fertilizers
Medical supplies and specific medications
Cosmetics and other personal care products (in limited numbers)
Wireless gadgets
Electronic hookahs, e-cigarettes, and alcohol
Drugs are strictly prohibited.
Several medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, are outright prohibited.
You cannot carry these on your Dubai-bound flight under any circumstances:
Betamethadol
Fentanyl
Methadone
Oxycodone
Codeine
Cannabis
Alpha-methylfentanyl
Poppy Straw Concentrate
Trimeperidine
Cathinone
Codoxime
Amphetamine
Make a Plan
Make sure none of the prohibited items are in your luggage before you leave for Dubai. Consult your airline or the official dubai customs website if you have any questions regarding any medications or items.
Many travelers may be impacted by this decision, particularly those who are carrying necessary medications.
What's new?
In the past, travelers could conveniently pack personal belongings and necessary medications in their hand luggage. However, numerous things, including several regularly used medications, are now restricted by new regulations that are expressly aimed at flights to Dubai. According to a Times of india story, only authorized medications are permitted, and even then, travelers might require extra authorization or documentation.
Things that are prohibited in the cabin or in checked luggage
Currently, a large number of products are prohibited from being transported in checked or hand luggage. These consist of:
1. Narcotics & Drugs:
Opium, heroin, and cocaine
Poppy seeds and dizziness medications
2. Wildlife and Food Products:
Some herbs and betel nuts
Products made from rhino horn and ivory
Fishing nets with three layers
3. Artifacts and Books:
Photographs, oil paintings, and some books
Stone sculptures and religious statues
4. Additional Items:
Fake currency
Home-cooked or homemade meals
Items permitted with authorization or payment
If the traveler has previous authorization or pays a charge, they may still be able to bring some prohibited things. These consist of:
Both plants and fertilizers
Medical supplies and specific medications
Cosmetics and other personal care products (in limited numbers)
Wireless gadgets
Electronic hookahs, e-cigarettes, and alcohol
Drugs are strictly prohibited.
Several medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, are outright prohibited.
You cannot carry these on your Dubai-bound flight under any circumstances:
Betamethadol
Fentanyl
Methadone
Oxycodone
Codeine
Cannabis
Alpha-methylfentanyl
Poppy Straw Concentrate
Trimeperidine
Cathinone
Codoxime
Amphetamine
Make a Plan
Make sure none of the prohibited items are in your luggage before you leave for Dubai. Consult your airline or the official dubai customs website if you have any questions regarding any medications or items.
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