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Medications — Taiwan

What travelers need to know about medications in Taiwan. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Medications in Taiwan: allowed only under specific conditions.

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CONDITIONAL

Confirm your medication is legal with Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare before travel — some prescription medications are illegal and can bring jail or fines — and check Taiwan Customs limits.

Jail or fine possible for illegal medications.

§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Taiwan

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