Tramadol (Medication) → Thailand

Category 2 narcotic — requires FDA pre-approval

Details

Thailand classifies tramadol as a Category 2 narcotic under the Narcotics Act. Travelers must obtain pre-approval from the Thai Food and Drug Administration. Maximum 30-day supply with valid prescription and doctor's letter. Thailand takes narcotics enforcement extremely seriously. Enforcement in Thailand carries fines from THB 5,000 to THB 500,000 under Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017) s.202, s.242 (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Quantity limit

30-day supply

Documentation required

• Thai FDA approval
• Prescription
• Doctor's letter

Legal reference

Narcotics Act B.E. 2522 (1979)

Leaving with this item

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

Practical advice

Declare tramadol (medication) at customs on arrival in Thailand and carry any documentation specified in the rule. Verify current requirements with Thai Customs Department before travel.

Customs authority

Thai Customs Department · https://www.customs.go.th