Is it possible to send medications to Northern Cyprus by mail

Below you will find links to sections of the article about how parcel delivery works in Northern Cyprus and what to do with medications.

• What happens when receiving a package
• How to properly bring medications
• Medications in Northern Cyprus pharmacies

What happens when receiving a package in Northern Cyprus

All mail arriving in Northern Cyprus is opened by customs officers in the presence of the recipient. This is a mandatory procedure and cannot be avoided.

Particularly strictly checked are:

• tablets and capsules
• any liquids
• creams and sprays
• powders
• medications
• dietary supplements (BAS)

Medications and supplements are not allowed through customs

Even ordinary vitamins or over-the-counter drugs are usually confiscated.

Therefore, if you really need to receive medications, you should not rely on postal services.

The full list of prohibited items can be viewed on a separate page.

How to properly bring medications to Northern Cyprus

The optimal option is to carry the necessary medications in your luggage.

If customs officers have questions, you can explain:

• that the medications are for personal use
• that you take them regularly
• that it is not a commercial shipment

According to those who regularly fly to Northern Cyprus, this method always works, especially if the quantity of medications is reasonable.

Medications in Northern Cyprus pharmacies

If you are moving for a long time or planning to live in Northern Cyprus, pay attention to local pharmacies:

• a huge number of analogues of European and Russian drugs are produced in Turkey and TRNC
• many of them are high-quality and well-established
• prices are comparable to those in CIS countries and especially Europe
• most pharmacies offer pharmacist consultations

This can be a great saving — especially for those who regularly take medications.