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Drugs & Travel

Canadians can get into serious trouble for buying, selling, using or transporting drugs abroad. If you break the law in another country, you are subject to that country's judicial system. Canadian consular officials can provide assistance and support to Canadians in jail abroad, but they cannot arrange for their release.

• - Video: Gambit
  This video tells the story of a young couple who run into financial problems while travelling. They are caught smuggling drugs.
  
  
• Precautions: Drugs and Travel
  Don't be tempted to smuggle drugs to earn fast, easy cash. Any deal that sounds too good to be true is too good to be true. Chances are it won't work.
  
  
• Legal and Judicial Systems Abroad
  You are subject to local laws. Being Canadian doesn't exempt you from local laws regarding illegal drugs. A violation will lead to a stiff fine, a jail sentence, or worse.
  
  
• Medical Supplies
  Even prescription medication may be treated as suspect, leading to delays and time-consuming investigations. Take appropriate precautions when travelling with medications.

• FAQs on Alcohol and Recreational Drugs
  Answers to commonly asked questions about transporting and consuming alcohol and drugs abroad.
  
  
• True Confessions: Canadians Imprisoned Abroad
  The stories of Canadians who have been arrested for drug-related offences abroad, in their own words.
  
  
• Publications on Drugs and Travel
  Advice to help Canadians avoid serious problems relating to illegal and prescription
  drugs while travelling.
  

Links - Government Partners on Substance Abuse

• Canada Border Services Agency
• Canada Revenue Agency
• Canadian Heritage
• Correctional Service Canada
• Health Canada
• Human Resources and Skill Development Canada
• Justice Canada
• Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
• Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
• Social Development Canada