Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Ozempic / Semaglutide → United States
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-07-25
Ozempic / Semaglutide restricted; documentation or permits may apply
Details
Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) is a prescription-only injectable medication that is not a narcotic but requires cold chain management: pre-filled pens must be stored at 2–8°C before first use and are stable at room temperature for up to 56 days after first puncture depending on formulation. The globa
Quantity limit
Up to 90-day personal supply; FDA prescription drug — must be in original packaging with pharmacy label
Documentation required
- Original prescription from licensed US physician
- Medication in original pharmacy-labelled packaging
- Doctor's letter stating medical necessity (recommended)
Leaving with this item
Ozempic (semaglutide) may be exported from United States for personal use with prescription documentation; cold-chain and injection-pen rules apply.
Practical advice
Carry documentation. Declare at customs if required.
Customs authority
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov