The Practice Launched by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA)

Dear Members,

It has been stated that patients traveling to or departing from Saudi Arabia must obtain permission to carry narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances with them. The document provides detailed information on the procedures for obtaining this permit, noting that the practice was initiated on October 2, 2025, and will become mandatory as of November 1, 2025.

Furthermore, the document includes the contact details of the authorized person for coordination on the matter, suggesting that relevant sector members be informed via email about this practice. It is also recommended that those seeking additional information be directed to the relevant Commercial Attaché (riyad@ticaret.gov.tr).