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Bringing in Supplements

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  • 07-08-2013 7:53pm
    #1
    Tsipras
    Closed Accounts Posts: 493 ✭✭


    Does anyone here have experience with customs when bringing in supplements like fish oil capsules,vitamins ect. Looked on the website but it's not real clear, Thanks


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    The Aussie
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    What sort of quantity are you talking about???

    If its only small quantity I don't believe it's worth the hassle.

    You do know they are available in Australia.


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    Lelantos
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    They will confiscate quite a wide variety of products. Anything with egg yolk or pollen or banana. Loads more pitfalls. Best source your needs over there when you land


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    Tsipras
    Closed Accounts Posts: 493 ✭✭Tsipras


    Yeah you're probably right,I've just stocked up on a particular supplement(Omega3 oil capsules) and I've enough to last about a year(in 2 bottles)


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    ifeelill
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    Make sure you declare or you'll end up with a fine, not the best way to start your trip

    You could always call the Australian embassy in Dublin and ask them.

    This is dated June 2012 and its the most recent information i could find it says

    "Medicines
    You need to declare medicines and substances which
    may be subject to misuse, abuse or dependence,
    for example steroids, opioid analgesics, cannabis or
    narcotic based medications. These products may be
    restricted or require a permit in order to be imported.
    Some traditional medicines may contain endangered
    plant or animal products and these should be declared
    to Customs and Border Protection.
    No need to declare
    If you are carrying medications such as aspirin,
    paracetamol or Australian over-the-counter
    medications you do not need to declare these items
    to Customs and Border Protection when you arrive
    in Australia.
    If you are carrying prescription medication you do not
    need to declare these provided you import no more
    than three months supply. It is advisable that you carry
    a letter of prescription from your doctor in the English
    language describing your medical condition. "

    Source: http://www.customs.gov.au/webdata/resources/files/GuideforTravellersJune2012-WEB_000.pdf

    http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page4724.asp


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