Legality
Legal status in United Kingdom
Per-substance legal status for United Kingdom, from sourced statutes where available. Legal information, not legal advice — drug laws change; confirm with the destination’s embassy or drug authority before you travel.
25I-NBOMe
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
2C-B
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
2C-I
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
2C-T-7
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Benzodiazepines
- Legal status
- Class C controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class C drug, possession carries up to 2 years' imprisonment and supply up to 14 years.
- If prescribed / medical
- Benzodiazepines (e.g. diazepam, alprazolam) are lawful to possess with a valid prescription; a statutory medical defence applies. Personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Cannabis / THC
- Legal status
- Class B controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class B drug, possession carries up to 5 years' imprisonment and supply up to 14 years.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Cocaine
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
DMT
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Fentanyl
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
GHB
- Legal status
- Class C controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class C drug, possession carries up to 2 years' imprisonment and supply up to 14 years.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Heroin
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- Diamorphine (heroin) is lawful to possess only with a valid prescription; a statutory medical defence applies to prescribed medicines. Personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Ketamine
- Legal status
- Class B controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class B drug, possession carries up to 5 years' imprisonment and supply up to 14 years.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Khat
- Legal status
- Class C controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class C drug, possession carries up to 2 years' imprisonment and supply up to 14 years.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Kratom
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
LSD
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
MDMA
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Mescaline
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Methamphetamine
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
PCP
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Peyote
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Psilocybin
- Legal status
- Class A controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
- Consequences if caught
- As a Class A drug, possession carries up to 7 years' imprisonment plus an unlimited fine, and supply or production carries up to life imprisonment.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Salvia divinorum
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
Xylazine
- Legal status
- Not confirmed — verify with the UK Home Office / your embassy
- Consequences if caught
- This specific substance was not named by the reachable UK sources (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 / CPS). It may nonetheless be controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 — verify with the Home Office before travel.
- If prescribed / medical
- A statutory medical defence applies to medicines lawfully prescribed and dispensed; personal import of a prescribed controlled drug (up to a 3-month supply) is permitted with documentation.
- Documentation
- Personal import of prescribed controlled drugs is allowed: up to a 3-month supply may be carried without a Home Office licence if the drug was lawfully prescribed and dispensed in your country of residence. Carry the original prescription, declare the medicine, and keep quantities matched to personal need.
Source · Updated 2026-06-25
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