Saudi Arabia introduces digital process for travellers carrying controlled drugs

Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia has introduced a new set of guidelines that enables travellers to obtain online clearance permits for prescribed medications...

Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia has introduced a new set of guidelines that enables travellers to obtain online clearance permits for prescribed medications. 

The system is designed to support patients and enhance travel efficiency, while maintaining safety standards, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) stated as it released procedures to obtain clearance permit. 

The SFDA confirms that all information related to controlled drug permits is available through its Controlled Drugs System (CDS) at [https://cds.sfda.gov.sa]. These drugs include narcotic and psychotropic substances that are strictly regulated under the country's law.  

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