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Old May 9, 2016 | 1:59 pm
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sharp5flat9
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Abu Dhabi
Programs: BA Gold/OWE
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It's a difficult call. I've been through UAE customs many, many times with all sorts of accumulated crap and have never been stopped. But I've heard of people being stopped for the strangest things. I did once have a cheese grater confiscated ...

To be certain, never carry more than a few weeks' supply of medication and always have some supporting documentation if it's prescribed. They are not out to inconvenience visitors; more concerned about unlicensed supply and the recreational use of prescription medications. If it's in reasonable quantities and clearly for your own use, you'll be fine.

Everything you list is available over the counter here at many 24/7 pharmacies, and most at supermarket checkouts.

Importing pork products is definitely not permitted (without a licence).

http://www.dubaicustoms.gov.ae/en/eS...ted-Goods.aspx
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