Jump to content
KirstenSam
 Share

26 posts in this topic

Recommended Posts

KirstenSam Newbie

KirstenSam   0

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted

Hi again, everyone!

 

Have another question here regarding moving. I am a Canadian citizen moving to the US before the end of November and I'm planning on bringing prescription medications with me. Now, everything I've read says "Rule of thumb: only bring 90 days worth of medication". I currently have six months worth of refills sitting beside me and I'm wondering - what is the best course of action to bring it all with me? Should I place it on my carryon and declare it and risk it being taken away? Should I only bring 3 months worth and mail the rest to myself (which is frowned upon as well)? Or should I place it all in my checked luggage? I'm not sure what the best course of action is, and the way to cause the least amount of problem during this move!

None of the medications are narcotics or not FDA approved.

 

Thanks in advance for your help and insight!

K

T_P Proficient

T_P   872

Posted
Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Brazil
 Timeline
Posted
2 minutes ago, KirstenSam said:

Hi again, everyone!

 

Have another question here regarding moving. I am a Canadian citizen moving to the US before the end of November and I'm planning on bringing prescription medications with me. Now, everything I've read says "Rule of thumb: only bring 90 days worth of medication". I currently have six months worth of refills sitting beside me and I'm wondering - what is the best course of action to bring it all with me? Should I place it on my carryon and declare it and risk it being taken away? Should I only bring 3 months worth and mail the rest to myself (which is frowned upon as well)? Or should I place it all in my checked luggage? I'm not sure what the best course of action is, and the way to cause the least amount of problem during this move!

None of the medications are narcotics or not FDA approved.

 

Thanks in advance for your help and insight!

K

What I would do...checked luggage, would not take anything with my carry on luggage. 

8/14/17 --- AOS sent I-485, I-765, I-131

8/16/17 --- AOS Packet received Chicago USCIS Day 0

8/21/17  --- Received email & text notification 

8/23/17  --- Received hard copy of NOA  

9/01/17  --- Biometrics letter notice for I-485 & I-765 & I-131  

9/11/17  --- Biometrics Appointment Done

10/17/17 - Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview

11/30/2017 - EAD/AP Approved
12/01/2017 - Card in Production
12/05/2017 - Received Approval Notice in the Mail
12/06//2017 - Card Mailed (Priority Mail) to Me
12/07/2017 - Card Received 

1/19/18  --- Interview Date 2/21

2/21/18  ---  Approved on the Spot

  • 1 hour after the interview received uscis mobile app alert
  • Status changed from "Interview is scheduled" to "New Card Is Being Produced

2/26/18  --- Received hard copy of NOA for the Green Card

2/26/18  --- USCIS Mobile Status changed to "Card was mailed to me"

2/28/18 --- Permanent Resident/Green Card received :jest:

 

******

Travelling with Combo Card Feedback 

******

AOS Interview - Review and Tips

******

Brazil Instructions After i-129F Approval    and  Emails Sent by NVC and Brazilian Embassy after the i-129F approval

******

B2 Visa Experience / Mother-in-law financially challenged for visa

******

Please register for informed delivery if it is applicable in your region - USPS INFORMED DELIVERY

******

NVC - (603)-334-0700

USCIS - 800-375-5283

******

" Have you tried the search tool? K1 isnt an easy process and a LOT of reading is required to avoid problems (RFEs) etc, if you dont like reading, be prepared to spend WAY more time and couple more $$$ with an lawyer " 

 

KirstenSam Newbie

KirstenSam   0

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
  • Author
Posted
6 minutes ago, OutOfThisWorld said:

Prescription with your name on it? If so, bring as much as you want.

Yup, it has my name on it and I have a doctor's note just for safety sake - but it's double the recommended amount. Won't that cause a problem, or am I just freaking out over nothing?

OutOfThisWorld Enthusiast

OutOfThisWorld   87

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Ukraine
 Timeline
Posted
Just now, KirstenSam said:

Yup, it has my name on it and I have a doctor's note just for safety sake - but it's double the recommended amount. Won't that cause a problem, or am I just freaking out over nothing?

It will not be a problem. Do not worry.

Peot Community Regular

Peot   161

Posted
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted (edited)

I would bring it with you in your CARRY ON. That way, you can freely (and you should) disclose it to security as it goes through. Expect to have it examined in line.

 

Huge amounts of medication, even with your name on it, can easily raise red flags about the sale and distribution of prescription drugs. If anything, it may get seized as quickly as a large bottle of water.

That said, if you can do without it and think you can get new prescriptions filled while in the States, I think we both know what the easiest course of action really is here.

Edited by Peot
KirstenSam Newbie

KirstenSam   0

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
  • Author
Posted
3 minutes ago, Peot said:

I would bring it with you in your CARRY ON. That way, you can freely (and you should) disclose it to security as it goes through. Expect to have it examined in line.

 

Huge amounts of medication, even with your name on it, can easily raise red flags about the sale and distribution of prescription drugs. If anything, it may get ceased as quickly as a large bottle of water.

That said, if you can do without it and think you can get new prescriptions filled while in the States, I think we both know what the easiest course of action really is here.

This is sort of what I figured. The thing is, I definitely need a couple of them (I'm asthmatic), and it's way cheaper here for me vs. repurchasing in the States. Should I just bring the recommended amount, then?

Peot Community Regular

Peot   161

Posted
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted
Just now, KirstenSam said:

This is sort of what I figured. The thing is, I definitely need a couple of them (I'm asthmatic), and it's way cheaper here for me vs. repurchasing in the States. Should I just bring the recommended amount, then?

Bring it all. Worst case scenario they seize it and you're no better off... but best case scenario you get to keep it.

OutOfThisWorld Enthusiast

OutOfThisWorld   87

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Ukraine
 Timeline
Posted
27 minutes ago, Peot said:

I would bring it with you in your CARRY ON. That way, you can freely (and you should) disclose it to security as it goes through. Expect to have it examined in line.

That security cares about things go KABOM on the plane, not pills. Disclose your large electronic devices there, and do not hold up the line talking about your meds (unless they are liquids or gels).

Peot Community Regular

Peot   161

Posted
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted
Just now, OutOfThisWorld said:

That security cares about things go KABOM on the plane, not pills. Disclose your large electronic devices there, and do not hold up the line talking about your meds (unless they are liquids or gels).

Tell that to anyone who walks through with more than $10,000 cash too while you're at it. lol...

OutOfThisWorld Enthusiast

OutOfThisWorld   87

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Ukraine
 Timeline
Posted (edited)
6 minutes ago, Peot said:

Tell that to anyone who walks through with more than $10,000 cash too while you're at it. lol...

Sure why not: do not hold the security line by bragging about your wad of cash.

 

It does not mean you will not be questioned about it. It is just a wrong place to disclose it. Disclose on the customs and border protection form or its equivalent.

Edited by OutOfThisWorld
Ontarkie Grand Master

Ontarkie   14,493

Posted
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted

~~Moved to Moving to the US and Your New life from K1 P&P - As the question is not K1 related but bringing medication with the move.~~

 

 

Mod hat off

I didn't fly across but had no problems bringing a years worth of inhalers with me. 

Spoiler

Met Playing Everquest in 2005
Engaged 9-15-2006
K-1 & 4 K-2'S
Filed 05-09-07
Interview 03-12-08
Visa received 04-21-08
Entry 05-06-08
Married 06-21-08
AOS X5
Filed 07-08-08
Cards Received01-22-09
Roc X5
Filed 10-17-10
Cards Received02-22-11
Citizenship
Filed 10-17-11
Interview 01-12-12
Oath 06-29-12

Citizenship for older 2 boys

Filed 03/08/2014

NOA/fee waiver 03/19/2014

Biometrics 04/15/14

Interview 05/29/14

In line for Oath 06/20/14

Oath 09/19/2014 We are all done! All USC no more USCIS

 

KirstenSam Newbie

KirstenSam   0

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
  • Author
Posted
18 minutes ago, Ontarkie said:

~~Moved to Moving to the US and Your New life from K1 P&P - As the question is not K1 related but bringing medication with the move.~~

 

 

Mod hat off

I didn't fly across but had no problems bringing a years worth of inhalers with me. 

Thank you! I'm really awful at finding where to post things T_T

Okay, good to know! Thank you!

 
Didn't find the answer you were looking for? Ask our VJ Immigration Lawyers.

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
- Back to Top -

Important Disclaimer: Please read carefully the Visajourney.com Terms of Service. If you do not agree to the Terms of Service you should not access or view any page (including this page) on VisaJourney.com. Answers and comments provided on Visajourney.com Forums are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. Visajourney.com does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. VisaJourney.com does not condone immigration fraud in any way, shape or manner. VisaJourney.com recommends that if any member or user knows directly of someone involved in fraudulent or illegal activity, that they report such activity directly to the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement. You can contact ICE via email at Immigration.Reply@dhs.gov or you can telephone ICE at 1-866-347-2423. All reported threads/posts containing reference to immigration fraud or illegal activities will be removed from this board. If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by contacting us here with a url link to that content. Thank you.
×
×
  • Create New...