Vyvanse in Morocco: Banned Status, Import Risk and Alternatives

Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is not registered in Morocco, carrying legal risks at customs. Bring your full supply and read the import rules before you fly.

Quick reference

Drug class: CNS stimulant
Controlled substance: Lisdexamfetamine is classified as a psychotropic substance under the 1971 UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances (Schedule II). Morocco regulates psychotropics under Law No. 13-21 on psychotropic substances and narcotics, placing lisdexamfetamine in a tightly restricted category with no approved commercial brand.
Prescription required: Yes. A valid prescription naming both the brand and the INN is required. No local specialist can prescribe Vyvanse in Morocco as it is unregistered; any in-country prescription would need to be for an alternative compound.
Available locally: Vyvanse is not registered or sold in Morocco. Elvanse, the only sibling brand of lisdexamfetamine, is also not available in Morocco. No lisdexamfetamine product is on the Moroccan market.
Storage: Store at room temperature, 15-30°C, away from moisture and direct light. Morocco's summer temperatures regularly exceed 35°C in cities such as Marrakech and Fez; keep medication in a cool bag or air-conditioned space.
Max supply to carry: Morocco has no explicit published personal-import quantity for psychotropics. Bring only what is prescribed for the duration of your trip. Carrying excess supply increases customs risk.
Key document: A doctor's letter naming Vyvanse by brand AND lisdexamfetamine as the INN, with your diagnosis code, prescribed dose, and trip duration. Carry your original pharmacy-labelled packaging.
Emergency alternative: If Vyvanse is lost or confiscated in Morocco, no lisdexamfetamine product can be obtained locally; consult your prescriber remotely about a contingency plan before you travel.

Where to find Vyvanse in Morocco

Pharmacie Centrale (nationwide network)
Vyvanse is not registered in Morocco; no pharmacy chain stocks it. Ask staff whether any lisdexamfetamine product has been specially imported, though this is not a standard pathway.
Not available locally
Unknown
Pharmaprix (urban chains, Casablanca and Rabat)
Staff at large Casablanca and Rabat branches may have more familiarity with imported CNS medications, but Vyvanse is not on the Moroccan formulary.
Not available locally
Unknown
Independent pharmacies (pharmacies indépendantes)
Independent pharmacies cannot stock or order unregistered psychotropics. Useful for general healthcare needs but not for lisdexamfetamine.
Not available locally
Unknown

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Vyvanse in Morocco: what you need to know before you travel

Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is not registered for sale in Morocco^[1], and its only sibling brand, Elvanse, is equally absent from the Moroccan market. Morocco regulates psychotropic substances under Law No. 13-21, which places lisdexamfetamine in a restricted class requiring prior authorisation for any import. For the full import paperwork flow, see our ADHD medication guide for Morocco.

Medical disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your prescribing doctor before travelling with medication, particularly regarding supply quantities, storage requirements, and import documentation.

Before you travel

Documentation for travelling to Morocco with Vyvanse

Morocco requires a doctor's letter and original pharmacy packaging for any psychotropic personal import. The letter must name Vyvanse by brand AND lisdexamfetamine as the INN, state the prescribed dose, and cover the exact trip duration.

Because Vyvanse is unregistered, Moroccan customs officers may not recognise the brand name alone; the INN improves the chance of clearance. For the full customs declaration process, permit timeline, and Arabic translation requirements, see our ADHD medication guide for Morocco^[2].

Naming Vyvanse on your doctor's letter

The letter should list 'Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)' together with the dose and your prescriber's registration number. Moroccan customs officers search by INN rather than brand name, so listing the INN first with Vyvanse in parentheses increases recognition. Carry an Arabic or French translation of the letter if possible, as these are Morocco's official administrative languages.

Questions to ask your prescriber before you travel

Raise these with your prescriber at least four weeks before departure.

If Vyvanse is confiscated at Moroccan customs, what contingency medication plan should I carry documentation for?
Can you provide a doctor's letter that names both 'Vyvanse' and 'lisdexamfetamine' with your registration number, the prescribed dose, and the exact travel dates?
How much supply should I carry to cover the full trip plus a buffer in case of travel delays or lost luggage?
If I need to see a local doctor in Morocco, what clinical information should they have about my current dosing regimen?
What is the best way to contact you remotely from Morocco if I need emergency prescription support?

How much Vyvanse to bring

Bring your entire prescribed supply for the trip with no expectation of local resupply. Vyvanse is not available anywhere in Morocco, and Elvanse, its only sibling brand, is equally absent. Add a buffer of at least five days to cover flight delays or itinerary changes. Split your supply across carry-on and checked luggage only if airline security rules in your departure country permit it; keep the carry-on portion sufficient for the whole trip in case checked baggage is delayed.

At the airport and border

Customs and security with Vyvanse in Morocco

Vyvanse is an oral capsule formulation, which simplifies cabin screening compared to injectable or patch medications. Declare Vyvanse at Moroccan customs on arrival, even if you believe the quantity is small. The Direction des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII)^[3] requires written declaration of psychotropic medications at the border. Keep all medication in the original pharmacy-labelled packaging with your doctor's letter accessible, not buried in checked baggage.

While in country

Vyvanse availability in Morocco

Vyvanse vs Elvanse in Morocco

Brand	Indication	Formulation	Availability in Morocco
Vyvanse	ADHD (adults and children); binge eating disorder	Oral capsule (once daily)	Not registered. Not available at any pharmacy.
Elvanse	ADHD (adults and children)	Oral capsule (once daily)	Not registered. Not available at any pharmacy.

Neither Vyvanse nor Elvanse appears on the Moroccan Ministry of Health registered medicines list^[4]. Lisdexamfetamine has no approved generic equivalent in Morocco either. Any prescription a Moroccan psychiatrist writes for ADHD will be for a different compound, typically methylphenidate, which is separately regulated. Do not expect any pharmacy, hospital dispensary, or private clinic to be able to source Vyvanse or Elvanse during your stay.

Because Vyvanse is not sold locally, there is no Moroccan retail price to cite. Private psychiatric consultations in Casablanca or Rabat typically cost 300-600 MAD (~$30-60 / ~€28-55), but these would not result in a Vyvanse prescription.

Pharmacy phrases in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and French

“هل عندكم Vyvanse أو lisdexamfetamine؟”

Do you have Vyvanse or lisdexamfetamine?

“Avez-vous du Vyvanse ou de la lisdexamfetamine? Sinon, avez-vous de l'Elvanse?”

Do you have Vyvanse or lisdexamfetamine? If not, do you have Elvanse?

“Existe-t-il un médicament générique à base de lisdexamfetamine disponible au Maroc?”

Is there a generic medication based on lisdexamfetamine available in Morocco?

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Switching to a different brand or compound in Morocco

Because both Vyvanse and Elvanse are unregistered in Morocco, a switch between them is not possible in-country. If your prescriber advises a contingency involving methylphenidate (which is separately scheduled in Morocco and subject to its own import rules), that is a different active ingredient with a separate regulatory status and requires its own documentation. Never switch compounds without explicit guidance from your prescriber; lisdexamfetamine and methylphenidate are not interchangeable without medical supervision^[5].

Emergencies

What to do if you lose Vyvanse in Morocco

If Vyvanse is lost or stolen in Morocco, no local pharmacy can replace it. File a police report immediately; this document may be needed for travel insurance claims and can support a request for emergency resupply from your home country. Contact your prescriber remotely as soon as possible to discuss your options.

The contact number 15 is for medical emergencies (SAMU)^[6] and 19 for police; hospital emergency departments in Casablanca and Rabat can assist with urgent psychiatric needs but cannot dispense lisdexamfetamine.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Vyvanse legal in Morocco?

Vyvanse is not registered or sold in Morocco, and lisdexamfetamine is a Schedule II psychotropic substance under the 1971 UN Convention, placing it in a tightly restricted category locally. Declare it at Moroccan customs on arrival however small the quantity, and carry a doctor's letter naming both Vyvanse and lisdexamfetamine with your dose and trip duration, in original pharmacy-labelled packaging.

Is Vyvanse available in Morocco?

Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is not registered in Morocco and is not available at any pharmacy or hospital dispensary. Its only sibling brand, Elvanse, is also unregistered in Morocco. Bring your entire supply from home.

What is the difference between Vyvanse and Elvanse in Morocco?

Vyvanse and Elvanse both contain lisdexamfetamine as the active ingredient, but they are marketed under different brand names in different regions. In Morocco, neither is registered or sold. Vyvanse is also approved for binge eating disorder in addition to ADHD, whereas Elvanse carries only an ADHD indication in the markets where it is sold.

Can I switch from Vyvanse to Elvanse in Morocco if Vyvanse is not available?

Elvanse is also not available in Morocco, so a like-for-like switch is not possible in-country. Any move to a different compound, such as methylphenidate, requires explicit guidance from your prescriber and separate import documentation. Do not make this decision without medical supervision.

Do I need to declare Vyvanse at Moroccan customs?

Yes. Morocco requires declaration of psychotropic medications at the border under Law No. 13-21. Carry your doctor's letter naming both 'Vyvanse' and 'lisdexamfetamine', your original packaging, and your prescription. Failure to declare a scheduled psychotropic can result in confiscation.

Can I get a prescription for Vyvanse from a Moroccan psychiatrist?

No. Moroccan psychiatrists cannot prescribe Vyvanse because lisdexamfetamine is not registered in Morocco, and there is no legal framework for dispensing it locally. A Moroccan psychiatrist could prescribe a different ADHD medication, but any such change must be discussed with your own prescriber before you agree to it.

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