Sending goods from India to the USA may not require extensive paperwork. However, when it comes to couriering medicines, several questions arise: How do you courier medicines from India to the USA? What is the cost, or is it safe? While booking our courier services, you can courier medicine from India to the USA hassle-free and within your budget. Contact us to book your slots today.
What is the Process to Courier Medicines from India to the USA?
You can send your package using global courier services, and we efficiently transport packages and documents across borders.
Booking & Pickup
- When you book a courier service for your medicines online or at a courier office, we collect the package from your specified location. Alternatively, you can also deliver it to our office via courier.
- The sender fills out shipping details, including the recipient’s address and customs declaration form.
Customs Clearance (Export)
- While sending medicine from India to the USA, customs will inspect the sender’s country, and necessary documents may be assessed before export approval is granted.
International Transportation
- The delivery time is according to the delivery type and price. Thus, the medicine courier must be sent on an urgent basis; therefore, it is sent by air, as it reaches faster than a ship.
Customs Clearance (Import)
- The package arrives in the destination country and is inspected by local customs. Before release, Import duties must be paid.
Local Delivery
- After clearing customs, your courier is handed over to local courier partners for final delivery.
- The recipient may be required to provide identification or settle any outstanding fees.
Tracking & Updates
- We offer you the ability to track your courier online by using the tracking number.
- Alerts are sent to your registered phone number at different stages of transit.
Know the Legal Requirements
However, it is crucial to understand that you cannot send any medicine internationally. The U.S. FDA has strict guidelines regarding the importation of medications.
- Prescription Only: Only medicines with a valid prescription are allowed. Over-the-counter medicines might also be scanned.
- FDA Approval: The medicine must either be approved by the FDA or fall under special categories such as “unavailable in the U.S. but critical to patient health.”
- Quantity Restriction: You can only send up to a 90-day supply of medication for personal use.
Documents Required to Ship Medicines
Without proper documentation, your courier may get seized or returned. You can contact our agents, and we will assist you in collecting your medicine documents to avoid any delays.
- Doctor’s Prescription: It must be recent, which includes the patient’s name, dosage, and medical reason.
- Purchase Invoice: A copy of the bill from the pharmacy or medical store.
- Patient’s ID Proof: A copy of the patient’s passport, Aadhaar card, or other government-issued ID.
- Sender’s Declaration: A letter informing about the purpose of sending the medicine, and mentioning that it is for personal use and not for resale.
- Import Permit: Moreover, it is not always necessary, but in some cases, it may require special permits for restricted medications.
Pack Your Medicines Properly
- Original Packaging: You must keep the medicines in their original, unopened packaging.
- Include Documentation: Place all required documents, such as prescriptions, invoices, and ID copies, inside the package and attach a copy outside.
- Use Bubble Wrap: To prevent breakage, wrap each medicine bottle with bubble wrap.
- Cold Chain Management: If the medicine requires refrigeration, use thermal insulation boxes or cold packs to maintain its temperature.
- Label Clearly: Indicate “Medicines for Personal Use” on the outer box.
Customs Clearance in the USA
Once the parcel reaches the United States, it undergoes customs clearance.
- Customs officers may open and inspect the package.
- If documents are missing or incorrect, the package may be held for further review.
- Meanwhile, the FDA may request more documentation from the receiver’s doctor in the U.S.
- Generally, medicines for personal use are exempt from customs duties, but this depends on the total value and type.
Medicines Commonly Shipped from India to the USA
- Diabetes medication.
- Blood pressure pills.
- Thyroid medication.
- Cancer treatment drugs.
- Pain relievers.
- Ayurvedic medicines.
Choose a Trusted International Courier Service
Furthermore, not all courier services provide medicine courier from India to the USA. Therefore, you must book a courier service that specializes in international medicine delivery.
- Experience with pharmaceutical shipments.
- Temperature-controlled packaging.
- Live tracking.
- Customs clearance assistance.
We specialize in medicine courier services from India to the USA, or any other destination. You can call our agents to book your courier services.
Why Choose International Courier Service?
Same-Day Pickup
We offer same-day pickup services in India. When your shipment is booked, our team ensures it is collected soon and begins its journey without delay.
Priority Customs
With our team and pre-arrival documentation service, your package clears customs smoothly.
Flight Routing
We use a network of flight routes and airline partnerships, which helps to ensure parcels reach their destinations in the shortest time possible.
Real-Time Tracking
From pickup to delivery, we provide real-time tracking and delivery updates. You will always know where your package is and when to expect final delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can my medicine reach the USA from India?
Medicines are couriered via air services on an urgent basis, so it takes around 3 to 5 days to reach the receiver’s doorstep.
Should I courier medicine in its original packaging from India to the USA?
While sending medicine by courier to the USA, it is recommended that you send it in the original packaging. Contact our agents to schedule your delivery slot for the medicine courier.
Can I send drugs to the USA?
No, under both countries’ regulations, it is prohibited to courier drugs from India to the USA. Check our website for more information about restricted and prohibited items.
Which medicines can I courier from India to the USA?
Meanwhile, the allowance of medicines depends on U.S. regulations and the recipient’s requirements. Commonly shipped medicines are diabetes medication, blood pressure pills, thyroid medication, cancer treatment drugs, and pain relievers.
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