Several Commonly prescribed medications such as Pregabalin and Tramadol comes under the Controlled Dug list and carrying them to the gulf countries without proper documentation and in excess of 3 months requirement can lead to legal actions.

 Travellers  can now register and get clearance for Controlled  in advance in the government portals of KSA- Electronic drug clearance system of SFDA and UAE-MOHAP (optional).

Steps for getting permit to travel with Controlled Drugs in Saudi Arabia