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Shipping Prescription Medication from the UK to Belgium by Courier – Rules & Regulations
Shipping Prescription Medication from the UK to Belgium

Shipping prescription medication from the UK to Belgiumis possible, but strict rules apply under Belgian customs and health laws.


At Cool Cargo UK, we provide secure and professional shipping, sending, delivery, and transport solutions.



General Requirements

  • Valid prescription.

  • Original sealed packaging.

  • For personal use only.

  • Up to 3 months’ supply.


Restricted Medicines in Belgium

  • Opioids.

  • Certain psychiatric medicines.
    ➡️ May require Belgian Ministry of Health      authorisation.


📑 Documentation Requirements


To ship or send prescription medication from the UK to Belgium, you will need:

  1. Prescription in English (French or Dutch translation optional).

  2. Doctor’s letter in English.

  3. Passport/ID copy.

  4. CN22/CN23 customs declaration in English, with HS Code 3004.90.00.

  5. Courier AWB and invoice in English.

  6. Import permit if controlled.


Customs & Courier Rules

  • Label clearly.

  • Attach all paperwork externally.

  • Cool Cargo UK manages documentation.

Practical Tips

  • Check Belgium’s restricted medicine list in advance.

How to Ship Prescription Medication to Belgium with Cool Cargo UK


  1. Check eligibility – contact Cool Cargo UK to confirm your medicine can be      imported.

  2. Prepare  documents – prescription, doctor’s letter, ID, permits if applicable.

  3. Secure packaging – medicines must stay sealed in original packaging.

  4. Book your shipment – Cool Cargo UK arranges the courier service.

  5. Customs declaration – we prepare CN22 or CN23 in English, declaring HS Code      3004.90.00.

  6. Temperature control – choose +2°C to +8°C or +15°C to +25°C as required.

  7. Final checks – Cool Cargo UK oversees safe shipping and transport     from the UK to Belgium.


Temperature-Controlled Shipping

  • +2°C to +8°C

  • +15°C  to +25°C


Disclaimer

This guide is for general information only. Rules vary depending on the medication. Please confirm with the Belgian embassy or Ministry of Health before arranging your shipment. Cool Cargo UK accepts no liability for parcels delayed or refused at customs due to local regulations.


Trust Cool Cargo UK to ship, send, deliver, and transport prescription medication from the UK to Belgium safely.

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