Request a same-day doctor’s letter for travelling with medication online, reviewed and signed by a UK GMC-registered doctor, and delivered directly to your email inbox.
When travelling internationally, you may be asked to provide documentation for the medications you are carrying. Airlines, airport security staff, and customs authorities sometimes request written confirmation that medication has been prescribed for your personal medical use.
A doctor’s letter for travelling with medication helps explain why the medication is required and confirms that it has been prescribed for you.
At Merlin Health, our doctors review your information and prepare a doctor-signed travel letter that confirms your medication details and medical need. The entire process is completed online, allowing you to obtain your documentation quickly before travelling.
No appointments, no hassle. Simply apply online from the comfort of your home, and receive your travel letter for medication within a few hours.
Getting your travel medication letter through Merlin Health is simple. Here’s how it works:
Provide information about your medication, a copy of your prescription and details about upcoming travel.
Our doctors review your information and prepare your medical letter.
Your letter is sent to your email inbox the same day, and secured with a unique QR code for verification.
To request a doctor’s letter for travelling with medication, you will be asked to complete a short online questionnaire. This typically includes:
The entire process is completed securely online, without the need for appointments.
In many cases, travellers are allowed to carry prescribed medication without additional documentation. However, a doctor’s letter is often recommended, particularly when carrying certain types of medication or medical equipment.
You may be asked for documentation if:
A doctor’s letter helps explain that the medication is prescribed for your personal medical use, which can help reduce the likelihood of delays during security checks or customs inspections.
Because medication laws vary between countries, it is always advisable to check the rules of your destination country before travelling, particularly for controlled medications.
In some cases, your NHS GP may be able to provide a travel medication letter. However, GP practices often have limited appointment availability and may not always be able to issue travel documentation quickly.
With Merlin Health, you can request a doctor-reviewed medication travel letter online without needing to book an appointment. Many customers receive their documentation within hours of applying, making it a convenient option when preparing for upcoming travel.
In many cases, travellers can carry prescription medication without a doctor’s letter. However, airlines, airport security, or customs authorities may request medical documentation confirming the medication is prescribed for you. A doctor’s letter helps explain your medical need and can reduce the risk of delays during security or border checks.
You can request a doctor’s letter for travelling with medication online through Merlin Health. Simply complete a short medical form, upload a copy of your prescription or medication label, and a UK GMC-registered doctor reviews your information. Once approved, your travel medication letter is sent directly to your email.
A travel medication letter typically includes:
Letters issued by Merlin Health also include verification details and a unique QR code.
Most travel medication letters requested through Merlin Health are issued on the same day. Applications submitted before 9pm (UK time) are typically reviewed the same day. Once approved, your doctor-signed letter is delivered directly to your email inbox within hours.
A doctor’s letter is not always mandatory, but it is strongly recommended when travelling internationally with prescription medication.
Some countries and airlines may request medical confirmation, particularly for controlled drugs, injectable medications, or larger quantities of medication.
Yes, many travellers carry prescription medication without a doctor’s letter. However, if authorities request documentation and you cannot provide it, your medication may be delayed, questioned, or confiscated. Carrying a doctor’s letter helps confirm that the medication is for your personal medical use.
A doctor’s letter for travelling with medication from Merlin Health costs £49.
This includes a medical review by a UK GMC-registered doctor, preparation of the travel letter, and secure document verification.
Yes. If the reviewing doctor determines that a travel medication letter cannot be issued, Merlin Health will provide a full refund.
Once a doctor has issued the medical letter, refunds are not available.