Tramadol (Medication) → India

Schedule H drug — prescription required

Details

Tramadol is a Schedule H prescription drug in India. Travelers may bring personal supplies with a valid prescription. Keep medication in original packaging. India does not require pre-approval for personal prescription medications but customs may inspect and request documentation. Enforcement in India carries fines from INR 5,000 to INR 500,000 under Customs Act 1962 s.111, s.112, s.114 (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Quantity limit

Personal use with prescription

Documentation required

• Valid prescription
• Original packaging

Legal reference

Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940, NDPS Act

Leaving with this item

Tramadol is a controlled opioid analgesic subject to personal-export limits when leaving India.

Practical advice

Declare tramadol (medication) at customs on arrival in India and carry any documentation specified in the rule. Verify current requirements with Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) before travel.

Customs authority

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) · https://www.cbic.gov.in