AlgeriaTravelling with ADHD medication: rules, permits and documents
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Algeria treats these medications differently. Of the 7 we track, 4 have no published rule we could find and 3 need only your prescription.
Serious penalties: Prior authorization from the Direction Générale de la Pharmacie et des Équipements de Santé is required, in addition to a prescription and endorsed certificates.
By medication
Brand names first, generic in brackets. Each line resolves the drug class rule below, plus anything Algeria records specifically for that medication.
- Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)Unclear
Algeria's INCB submission requires a valid medical prescription, a doctor's certificate endorsed by the health authorities of the country of residence, a certificate from the health authorities of the destination, and an authorization from the competent authority (Direction Générale de la Pharmacie et des Equipements de Santé) for psychotropic substances. The quantity carried should match the prescription. Travellers should apply to the DGPES in advance for authorization to import ADHD stimulants.
- Ritalin, Concerta (methylphenidate)Unclear
The same rule as Vyvanse above.
- Dexamphetamine (dexamfetamine)Unclear
The same rule as Vyvanse above.
- Strattera (atomoxetine)Prescription
Atomoxetine, guanfacine and viloxazine are not internationally scheduled; carry with a normal prescription in original packaging.
- Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts)Unclear
The same rule as Vyvanse above.
- Intuniv (guanfacine)Prescription
The same rule as Strattera above.
- Qelbree (viloxazine)Prescription
The same rule as Strattera above.
Rules by drug class
Narcotic (opioids)
Permit required- Quantity
- Bounded by the prescription; no numeric cap stated
- Permit
- Required. Prior DGPES authorization + endorsed doctor's certificate; no form/lead time published.
- Documents
- prescription, medical certificate
Psychotropic (ADHD stimulants, benzodiazepines, sleep)
Unclear- Quantity
- Quantity and duration as mentioned in the prescription
- Permit
- Required. Algeria asks for authorisation from the Direction Generale de la Pharmacie et des Equipements de Sante, plus a certificate issued by Algerian health authorities and a doctor's certificate endorsed by your home health authority. The quantity allowed is whatever the prescription states. No form, portal or processing time is published, and the published traveller table dates from February 2017.
Not internationally controlled
PrescriptionAtomoxetine, guanfacine and viloxazine are not internationally scheduled; carry with a normal prescription in original packaging.
Responsible authority
Direction Générale de la Pharmacie et des Equipements de Santé
125 Boulevard Abderahmane, Laala El Madania, Alger; Tel: +213 21 27 98 23; Fax: +213 21 27 92 23; E-mail: dgpharmacie@sante.dz
Sources
The source behind everything above, so you can check it yourself rather than take our word for it. Always confirm the current rule with the source before you travel.
Your trip pack
Algeria needs a permit before you fly. The pack works out your apply-by date from your travel date.
We have not found an application form or portal for travellers here, so the pack gives you Direction Générale de la Pharmacie et des Equipements de Santéto contact, what to put in the request, and how long to allow. Plus a doctor's letter pre-filled with your medications and every stop, and a checklist in travel order.
Build your trip packThis page organises publicly available government information and links. It is not legal or medical advice. Rules change and enforcement varies, so always confirm with the official sources above or the Algeria embassy or consulate before travelling.