Do they check medications and pharmacy receipts at Sharm El Sheikh airport customs?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 15 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, sometimes during hand-search after the scanner they check medications and ask for pharmacy receipts, but not everyone gets stopped — many pass without issues even with a lighter in their pocket.
What the community said
During baggage screening after the scanner they may stop you for a hand-check of your suitcase — they specifically looked at pharmacy receipts. No threats or yelling, just a stressful few minutes.
17 days ago Hand-search after scanner
Some travelers aren't checked at all — even a lighter in the pocket was allowed through both on arrival and departure.
20 days ago Lighter in pocket — not confiscated
There have been cases where officers personally inspected travelers' medications and their receipts — so it's worth keeping proof of purchase for any medicine you carry.
21 days ago Medication and receipt check