Personal Medical Device 🇺🇸 United States
Personal medical devices generally allowed
Can I bring Personal Medical Device into United States?
Personal medical devices generally allowed
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The US permits travelers to bring personal medical devices (CPAP machines, insulin pumps, hearing aids, etc.) without special documentation. Devices should be in carry-on luggage. Battery-powered devices must comply with airline lithium battery rules.
Leaving United States with personal medical device
Personal-use personal medical devices may be taken out of United States without export formalities. Personal medical devices (CPAP machines, glucose monitors, nebulisers, mobility aids) may be exported freely. Carry the prescribing letter and travel with devices in cabin baggage; airlines exempt medical equipment from cabin-bag limits on request.
Carry a doctor's letter explaining the device. Keep in carry-on for airport security screening. TSA is familiar with common medical devices.
- Pharmacy dispensing label
- Retail packaging
FDA personal use policy
This page covers destination customs rules in United States. Whether you can carry personal medical device through security, in carry-on, or in checked baggage depends on airline and screening rules — see air travel rules.
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Personal medical devices allowed without restriction
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🇦🇺 Australia
Personal medical devices allowed with documentation
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🇯🇵 Japan
Personal medical devices permitted
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🇩🇪 Germany
No restrictions on personal medical devices
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🇨🇦 Canada
Personal medical devices permitted
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🇸🇬 Singapore
Personal medical devices permitted