Do I have to declare non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines at Italy customs?

Yes — it has to be declared to Italy customs on arrival.

What happens if I do not declare non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines in Italy?

Under Agenzia delle dogane e dei Monopoli, Carta doganale del viaggiatore, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under ADM, Carta doganale del viaggiatore: the goods are held until you leave the country; the goods are confiscated. Under Decreto legislativo 26 settembre 2024, n. 141, Articolo 96, comma 1, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines to Italy instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.

Can I take non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines out of Italy?

Italy publishes no separate rule for taking non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Italy limit for non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) states it in DECRETO LEGISLATIVO 24 aprile 2006, n. 219. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does Italy compare with other countries on non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines, 7 limit it and 13 let it through. Italy is among the more permissive.

How much Non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines can I bring into Italy?

Restricted

You can bring Non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines into Italy only within the stated limits.

Carried Limited

Declaration Above allowance

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

DECRETO LEGISLATIVO 24 aprile 2006, n. 219 Gazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana

Questions about Non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines in Italy

Do I have to declare non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines at Italy customs?: Yes — it has to be declared to Italy customs on arrival.
What happens if I do not declare non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines in Italy?: Under Agenzia delle dogane e dei Monopoli, Carta doganale del viaggiatore, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under ADM, Carta doganale del viaggiatore: the goods are held until you leave the country; the goods are confiscated. Under Decreto legislativo 26 settembre 2024, n. 141, Articolo 96, comma 1, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines to Italy instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.
Can I take non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines out of Italy?: Italy publishes no separate rule for taking non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Italy limit for non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) states it in DECRETO LEGISLATIVO 24 aprile 2006, n. 219. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does Italy compare with other countries on non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit non-narcotic, non-psychotropic medicines, 7 limit it and 13 let it through. Italy is among the more permissive.

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