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Shipping Prescription Medication from the UK to the EU – Country-by-Country Guide

At Cool Cargo UK, we make it simple to ship, send, deliver, and transport prescription medication from the UK to all 27 EU countries.

Each EU member state has its own rules, but in every case you will need:

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  • A valid prescription in English.

  • A doctor’s letter confirming medical need.

  • Copy of patient ID (passport/ID card).

  • Customs declaration (CN22/CN23 in English, HS Code 3004.90.00).

  • Courier AWB and invoice.

  • Import permits for controlled drugs.

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​Our detailed country pages explain:


✅ General rules
✅ Restricted medicines
✅ Full documentation requirements
✅ Customs tips
✅ A 7-step guide to shipping with Cool Cargo UK
✅ Temperature-controlled options (+2–8 °C / +15–25 °C)
✅ Country-specific disclaimers

Western Europe

Northern Europe

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