Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card

Melatonin → Australia

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-04-24

RESTRICTED

Low-dose OTC; higher doses prescription-only

Details

Australia classifies melatonin as a Schedule 3 Pharmacist-Only medicine at doses up to 2 mg per dosage form (from June 2021 TGA decision). Higher-dose melatonin products remain Schedule 4 (Prescription Only). Travelers may bring up to a 3-month supply of Schedule 3 melatonin for personal use in original retail packaging without a permit. Schedule 4 melatonin requires a written prescription from an Australian-registered medical practitioner or an equivalent proof of medical need.

Quantity limit

3 months supply

Documentation required

Prescription for doses above 2mg

Legal reference

Therapeutic Goods Act 1989, SUSMP Schedule 3

Practical advice

Low-dose melatonin (2mg or under) is available from Australian pharmacies without prescription. Carry prescription for higher doses.

Customs authority

Australian Border Force (ABF) · https://www.abf.gov.au