Xanax / Alprazolam → Malaysia

Xanax / Alprazolam may require documentation or declaration

Details

Alprazolam (Xanax) is a Schedule IV controlled substance in the US but faces much stricter treatment internationally. The UAE, Japan, and Singapore require prior government authorization before importing benzodiazepines including alprazolam. Traveler. Enforcement in Malaysia carries fines from MYR 500 to MYR 100,000 under Customs Act 1967 s.135 (false declaration); Sales Tax Act 2018 (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Quantity limit

Up to 30-day personal supply with valid prescription

Documentation required

• Documentation may be required

Leaving with this item

Alprazolam is a controlled benzodiazepine subject to personal-export limits when leaving Malaysia.

Practical advice

Carry documentation. Declare proactively at customs. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) · https://www.customs.gov.my