Month Long trip to Canada

cogito

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Posted 9/14/2015 4:45 PM (GMT 0)

Hi Guys,

I've been invited as a guest researcher to a university in Canada and thought I would seek input from anyone who travels between the US and Canada for longer durations.

As I'm a dual citizen, that's not an issue. But, I will be bringing a month's worth of pain meds with me -- and wonder if I should do anything to make sure there are no issues at customs.

I'll keep them in their original bottles with prescription labels... but anything else to consider?

Thanks.

nvrthesame98

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Posted 9/15/2015 8:01 AM (GMT 0)

Keep them safe replacing them would likely be the biggest problem. Awesome opportunity!

CaryF

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Posted 9/15/2015 12:20 PM (GMT 0)

I am a dual US/AUS. The only trouble I've ever had traveling is having pills stolen by TSA, more than once. Keep them with you or in a safe. They can not be replaced.

cogito

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Posted 9/17/2015 10:36 AM (GMT 0)

Thanks,

I plan on bringing them in my carry-on, in a mini-satchel along with vitamins, heart meds, otc meds, toothbrush, etc.

I can also tape lids down. But a safe, I fear, would just lead to more scrutiny, right?

CaryF

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Posted 9/17/2015 12:34 PM (GMT 0)

Use the hotel room's safe, otherwise have your pills on your person.

nvrthesame98

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Posted 9/17/2015 1:17 PM (GMT 0)

Totally agree with Cary on this.

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