Vyvanse / Lisdexamfetamine → United States

Vyvanse / Lisdexamfetamine restricted; documentation or permits may apply

Details

Vyvanse / Lisdexamfetamine restricted; documentation or permits may apply. Quantity guidance for United States: Up to 90-day personal supply; DEA Schedule II — must be in original pharmacy packaging. Documentation: Original prescription from licensed US physician; Medication in original pharmacy-labelled packaging; Doctor's letter stating medical necessity (recommended for international travel). Enforcement in United States carries fines from USD 300 to USD 10,000 under 19 USC § 1497 (failure to declare); 19 USC § 1592 (fraudulent entry) (ordinary personal cases are handled as civil infringements). Restricted status means compliant carriage is achievable with the right paperwork and quantities; the practical risks are seizure, duty, and delay rather than criminal liability for a good-faith traveller. Arrival checks are carried out by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP); when in doubt use the declare (red) channel — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods attract penalties. Leaving United States with vyvanse / lisdexamfetamine is a separate question: restricted — Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a controlled stimulant; personal export from United States requires prescription documentation and stays within personal-use limits.

Quantity limit

Up to 90-day personal supply; DEA Schedule II — must be in original pharmacy packaging

Documentation required

• Original prescription from licensed US physician
• Medication in original pharmacy-labelled packaging
• Doctor's letter stating medical necessity (recommended for international travel)

Leaving with this item

Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a controlled stimulant; personal export from United States requires prescription documentation and stays within personal-use limits.

Practical advice

Carry documentation. Declare at customs if required.

Customs authority

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