Personal Medical Device → United States

Personal medical devices generally allowed

Details

The US permits travelers to bring personal medical devices (CPAP machines, insulin pumps, hearing aids, etc.) without special documentation. Devices should be in carry-on luggage. Battery-powered devices must comply with airline lithium battery rules. Leaving United States with personal medical device is a separate question — allowed: Personal medical devices may be exported from United States freely at personal-use quantities.

Documentation required

• Pharmacy dispensing label
• Retail packaging

Legal reference

FDA personal use policy

Leaving with this item

Personal medical devices may be exported from United States freely at personal-use quantities.

Practical advice

Carry a doctor's letter explaining the device. Keep in carry-on for airport security screening. TSA is familiar with common medical devices.

Customs authority

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov