Can I bring Aspirin to Vietnam?
Aspirin→Vietnam
⚠️ Allowed with Conditions
About Aspirin
For travelers requiring Aspirin long-term, it's advised to confirm the legal status of such medicine at your destination. Some versions of Aspirin that are legal in your home country might be strictly controlled elsewhere. Always check if a prescription is required. 💡 Tip: For medications requiring refrigeration, use a cool bag and ask customs for storage advice upon arrival.
General Rules Apply
We don't have specific rules for Aspirin yet. Below are the general rules for Prescription Medication that apply to Aspirin.
✅ Declaration Requirements
✅Required
📌 Quick Summary
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Last Updated:October 14, 2026
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📝 Important Notes
- •⚠️ CONDITIONAL — Allowed with Documentation
- •Medication for personal use is generally allowed in Vietnam with proper documentation.
- •Allowed Medications:
- •Over-the-counter medications (paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines, etc.)
- •Prescription medications with doctor's letter and original prescription
- •No import permit is needed for medicines other than narcotic, psychotropic and precursor drugs when any one of these applies: up to 30 days' supply at the prescribed dose; or a customs value of up to US$200 per time, at most 3 times a year (for illnesses on the serious-illness list in Decree 134/2016/ND-CP: up to VND 10 million per time, at most 4 times a year); amounts beyond these conditions require an import permit
- •Must be in original packaging with labels
- •Restricted/Controlled Medications:
- •Narcotic drugs up to 7 days' supply, and psychotropic and precursor drugs up to 10 days' supply, at the dose on the accompanying prescription, need no import permit; larger amounts require an import permit
- •Codeine-containing medications: allowed in small quantities with prescription
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a translated doctor's prescription for Aspirin?
While not mandatory in all countries, to avoid delays, it's recommended to carry an English translation of your prescription or a doctor's letter, and ensure Aspirin is kept in its original packaging with labels.
What should I consider when bringing Aspirin?
The most important thing when bringing Aspirin is to confirm if it exceeds the duty-free allowance or declaration threshold of your destination. It's recommended to keep purchase receipts and ensure Aspirin is in its original packaging for easier customs inspection. If the Aspirin is of high value, always use the red declaration channel.
❓ More Questions
Can I bring prescription medication to Vietnam?
Yes, with proper documentation: original prescription, doctor's letter, medication in original packaging. No import permit is needed for narcotic drugs up to 7 days' supply, psychotropic and precursor drugs up to 10 days' supply, or other medicines up to 30 days' supply at the prescribed dose; other medicines are also permit-free if worth up to US$200 per time, at most 3 times a year (illnesses on the serious-illness list in Decree 134/2016/ND-CP: up to VND 10 million per time, at most 4 times a year). Amounts beyond these conditions need an import permit. Keep a list of medications with generic names in English.
Is CBD oil legal in Vietnam?
NO. CBD and all cannabis-derived products are ILLEGAL in Vietnam. Penalties are severe, including imprisonment. Do NOT bring any CBD products to Vietnam.
Can I buy medication in Vietnam without a prescription?
Many medications that require prescriptions in Western countries are available over-the-counter in Vietnamese pharmacies, including antibiotics, some painkillers, and basic medications. Prices are very affordable. However, quality varies — buy from reputable pharmacies.
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