Taking personal medical device out of United Kingdom

Details

Personal-use personal medical devices may be taken out of United Kingdom without export formalities. Personal medical devices (CPAP machines, glucose monitors, nebulisers, mobility aids) may be exported freely. Carry the prescribing letter and travel with devices in cabin baggage; airlines exempt medical equipment from cabin-bag limits on request.

Quantity limits

Personal-use quantities

Documentation required

• Doctor's letter describing the device and medical need

The other direction

Sources

• gov.uk
• gov.uk
• caa.co.uk