Adderall (Medication) → South Korea

Adderall (Medication) may require documentation or declaration

Details

Adderall in South Korea is a Class II psychotropic medication under the Psychotropic Substances Control Act. Travelers must obtain MFDS pre-arrival authorisation via the K-Drug portal, supported by the prescription and a Korean-translated doctor's letter. Korea Customs Service at ICN / GMP / PUS inspects controlled-medication imports closely.

Quantity limit

Up to 30-day personal supply with valid prescription; amphetamine is a Schedule 1 psychotropic in Korea

Documentation required

• Documentation may be required

Surrender at customs

Korea Customs Service accepts voluntary surrender of prohibited medications at port of entry. Declare at Green/Red Channel. KCS officers will issue abandonment receipt. Proactive surrender reduces prosecution risk under Narcotics Control Act enforcement guidelines.

Practical advice

Carry documentation. Declare proactively at customs.

Customs authority

Korea Customs Service (KCS) · https://www.customs.go.kr