: Narcotics and drugs with a high potential for abuse are strictly prohibited and can lead to severe penalties if brought across the border. Health and Safety Considerations Bringing Items into Mexico / U.S.

: Prescription-type medications are frequently available in Mexico without a physician's prescription.

: If you are traveling from Mexico to the U.S., you may be authorized to bring medication for personal use only if you have a valid prescription or a doctor's note written in English. The medication must remain in its original container.

: It is typically illegal for individuals to have medications mailed to them from other countries. The FDA generally prohibits the importation of unapproved foreign drugs.