Biology:Legality of cannabis

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Short description: Legal status of cannabis worldwide

Map of world cannabis laws for non-medical use
Adult legal status of cannabis possession for recreational use1
  Legal
  Illegal but decriminalized
  Illegal but often unenforced2
  Illegal
1May include recent laws or court decisions which have not yet entered into effect.
2Cannabis products under 0.2% THC are legal in Thailand. While products over 0.2% THC were legal before 2025, they now require a prescription, though the law is unenforced.
Map of world cannabis laws for medical use
Adult legal status of cannabis for medical use1
  Legal for recreational and medical uses
  Legal only for certain medical uses
  Illegal
  Legality unknown
1May include recent laws or court decisions which have not yet entered into effect.
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The legality of cannabis for medical and recreational use varies by country, in terms of its possession, distribution, and cultivation, and (in regards to medical) how it can be consumed and what medical conditions it can be used for. These policies in most countries are regulated by three United Nations treaties: the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, the 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances, and the 1988 Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.[1][2] Cannabis is only scheduled under the Single Convention and was reclassified in 2020 to a Schedule I-only drug (from being both Schedule I and IV drug previously, with the schedules from strictest to least being IV, I, II, and III).[3][4] As a Schedule I drug under the treaty, countries can allow the medical use of cannabis but it is considered to be an addictive drug with a serious risk of abuse.[5][6] and may be able to regulate non-medical cannabis industry under its Article 2 paragraph 9.[7]

The use of cannabis for recreational purposes is prohibited in most countries; however, many have adopted a policy of decriminalization to make simple possession a non-criminal offense (often similar to a minor traffic violation). Others have much more severe penalties such as some Middle Eastern and Far Eastern countries where possession of even small amounts is punished by imprisonment for several years.[8] Countries that have legalized various recreational uses of cannabis are Canada, Czech Republic, Georgia, Germany, Luxembourg, Malta, South Africa, and Uruguay, plus 24 states, 3 territories, and the District of Columbia in the United States and the Australian Capital Territory in Australia. Commercial sale of recreational cannabis is legalized nationwide in two countries (Canada and Uruguay) and in all subnational U.S. jurisdictions that have legalized possession except Virginia and Washington, D.C. A policy of limited enforcement has also been adopted in many countries, in particular the Netherlands where the sale of cannabis is tolerated at licensed coffeeshops.[9]

The legalization of recreational cannabis has been put forward as a solution to restrict access to the drug by minors, a method of harm reduction, a way of reducing organized crime, aid economic growth and revenue, as well as enable job creation.[10] Unregulated cannabis from the illegal black market comes with increased health risks, such as unknown THC rate, unknown potency, possible toxic additives and contaminants and synthetic cannabinoids.[11] Whereas, a legal and regulated cannabis system enables product quality and safety requirements to be mandated for public safety and consumer awareness.[12] Cannabis illegality tends to become a burden on the criminal justice system, with legalization as a way to free up police time and resources to focus on more serious crimes, reduce the prison population of non-violent drug offenders and thus save taxpayers money.[13]

Countries that have legalized medical use of cannabis include Albania, Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malta, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Others have more restrictive laws that allow only the use of certain cannabis-derived pharmaceuticals, such as Sativex, Marinol, Cesamet, or Epidiolex.[14] In the United States, 40 states, 4 territories, and the District of Columbia have legalized the medical use of cannabis, but at the federal level its use remains prohibited.[15]

Legalization timeline

Template:Global cannabis legalization table

By country

Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
File:Flag of Afghanistan.svg Afghanistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Afghanistan
Production banned by King Zahir Shah in 1973.[16]
 Albania Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Albania
Prohibited but plants highly available throughout the country and law often unenforced.[17][18][19]

On 21 July 2023 the Albanian Parliament voted 69โ€“23 to legalize medical cannabis.[20]

 Algeria Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Algeria
 Andorra Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Andorra
 Angola Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Angola
 Antigua and Barbuda Decriminalized. Legal to grow and use by Rastafari.[21] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Antigua and Barbuda
 Argentina Illegal[22][23] Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Argentina
Medicinal cannabis was legalized on 22 September 2017.[24][25]
 Armenia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Armenia
 Australia Decriminalized in Northern Territory and South Australia.[26][27] Legal in Australian Capital Territory for personal use but not for sale. Legal at federal level and in all states.[28] Qualifying conditions and other details vary by state.[29]
Main article: Cannabis in Australia
In September 2019, the Australian Capital Territory became the first state or territory of Australia to legalize recreational use of cannabis. Since 31 January 2020 residents aged 18 and over have been allowed to grow two plants and possess 50 g (1 3⁄4 oz), though sales or other transfer is prohibited, including cannabis seeds.[30] Federal law also remains enforceable.[31]
 Austria Possession for personal use decriminalized as of January 2016. Dronabinol, Sativex, Nabilone[32]
Main article: Cannabis in Austria
 Azerbaijan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Azerbaijan
 Bahamas Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Bahamas
 Bahrain Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Bahrain
 Bangladesh
 Barbados Legal for spiritual use by registered Rastafarians[33] Legal[34]
Main article: Cannabis in Barbados
 Belarus Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Belarus
 Belgium Decriminalized up to 3 g (1⁄10 oz) or cultivation of one plant Sativex[35]
Main article: Cannabis in Belgium
Up to 3 g (1⁄10 oz) decriminalized for adults since 2003.[36][37]
 Belize Decriminalized up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Belize
Possession prohibited, but use is common and largely tolerated.[38] Possession of up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) decriminalized.[39]
 Benin Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Benin
 Bermuda Decriminalized up to 7 g (1⁄4 oz) Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Bermuda
In November 2016, the Supreme Court of Bermuda ruled in favor of allowing the medical use of cannabis.[40] As of July 2018, two doctors have been licensed to prescribe the drug.[41]
 Bhutan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Bhutan
Illegal, but plants grow prolifically and have multiple traditional uses, such as feeding pigs and producing textiles.[42]
 Bolivia Illegal[43] Illegal[43]
Main article: Cannabis in Bolivia
 Bosnia and Herzegovina Illegal legal
Main article: Cannabis in Bosnia and Herzegovina
In 2016, the Ministry of Civil Affairs formed a task force to explore the legalization of cannabis and cannabinoids for medicinal purposes.[44][45]
 Botswana Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Botswana
Cannabis (or dagga) is illegal.[46]
 Brazil
 Brunei Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Brunei
 Bulgaria Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Bulgaria
Cannabis is classified as a class A (High-risk) drug, together with heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, and MDMA (ecstasy). Until 2004, a loosely defined "personal dose" existed.[47]
 Burkina Faso Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Burkina Faso
 Burundi Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Burundi
 Cambodia Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Cambodia
Illegal,[48] but this prohibition is lax and enforced opportunistically.[49][50][51] "Happy" restaurants in cities publicly offer food cooked with marijuana, or as a side garnish.[52]
 Cameroon Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Cameroon
 Canada Legal Legal
Main articles: Cannabis in Canada and Cannabis laws of Canada by province or territory
Legal for medicinal purposes since 2001 and for recreational purposes since 17 October 2018. The age to buy or consume cannabis varies by province: 19 in most provinces, 18 in Alberta, and 21 in Quebec.[53]
 Cape Verde Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Cape Verde
 Central African Republic Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Central African Republic
 Chad Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Chad
 Chile Decriminalized for possession and cultivation Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Chile
Private personal use[54] and recreational cultivation[55][56][57] decriminalized. Medicinal cultivation legal with the authorization of The Chilean Agriculture Service (SAG)[58] and sale of medication allowed on prescription in pharmacies.[59]
 People's Republic of China (PRC) Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in China
Penalty for possession or consumption: 10โ€“15 days' detention without prosecution and a fine.[60]
 Colombia Decriminalized up to 22 g (3⁄4 oz) or cultivation of 20 plants for personal use Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Colombia
Decriminalized up to 22 g (3⁄4 oz) for personal consumption. Individuals carrying greater amounts, or cultivating up to 20 plants, cannot be prosecuted if the drug is for personal use.[61][62][63][64]
 Comoros Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Comoros
Cannabis was legal in Comoros between January 1975 and May 1978, when president Ali Soilih legalized cannabis consumption among other measures.[65][66]
 Cook Islands Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in the Cook Islands
A non-binding referendum in August 2022 asked "Should we review our cannabis laws to allow for research and medicinal use?" 62% voted yes.[67]
 Democratic Republic of the Congo Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
 Republic of the Congo Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Republic of the Congo
 Costa Rica Decriminalized[68][69] Legal[70]
Main article: Cannabis in Costa Rica
Decriminalized since police officers do not detain people for personal use, yet no amount has been defined as a minimum for possession. Use of cannabis is widespread throughout the country.[68][69]
 Croatia Decriminalized[71] Legal[72]
Main article: Cannabis in Croatia
Possession of small amounts is considered a misdemeanor subject to fixed fines. Medicinal cannabis legal for patients with illnesses such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, or HIV/AIDS.[72]
 Cuba Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Cuba
 Cyprus Illegal Legal[73]
Main article: Cannabis in Cyprus
Class B substance โ€“ life imprisonment is possible for use and maximum 8 years for possession (at the maximum 2 years for the first offense for people under 25).[74]
 Czech Republic Possession of up to 25 g (0.88 oz) in public and up to 100 g (3.5 oz) in private is permitted, and cultivation of up to 3 plants for personal use is allowed for those aged 21 and over. Legal with prescription. Without prescription, sale of products up to 1% THC allowed.[75]
Main article: Cannabis in the Czech Republic
Possession of less than 15 grams (ยฝ oz) has been decriminalized since 1 January 2010.[82] Since 1 January 2026, it has been legal for persons over the age of 21 to possess up to 100 g of cannabis at home and up to 25 g in public, and to grow up to 3 plants. Medical use has been legal and regulated since 2013.[83][84]
 Denmark Illegal Legal[85]
Main article: Cannabis in Denmark
As with all drugs, cannabis-related offenses are punishable by a fine or imprisonment for up to 2 years.[86] Freetown Christiania, a self-declared autonomous community in Copenhagen, is known for its cannabis trade.[87]
 Djibouti Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Djibouti
 Dominica Decriminalized up to 28 g (1 oz)[88] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Dominica
 Dominican Republic Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Dominican Republic
 Ecuador Illegal Legal[89]
Main article: Cannabis in Ecuador
Possession of up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) decriminalized in 2013, but policy was repealed by President Daniel Noboa in 2023.[90]
 Egypt Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Egypt
Illegal since 1925[91] but use is widespread. Convictions for personal use are rare.[92] Formerly a plant of high status with several documented medicinal uses in ancient times.
 El Salvador Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in El Salvador
 Equatorial Guinea Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Equatorial Guinea
 Eritrea Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Eritrea
 Estonia Decriminalized With a special permit[93]
Main article: Cannabis in Estonia
Up to 7.5 g (1⁄4 oz) is considered an amount for personal use, and is punished with a fine. Large amounts and distribution are criminal offenses punishable with a custodial sentence of up to 5 years.[94] Medical cannabis is technically legal, but to get a prescription is an arduous process and is practically never given, with a single patient having received Sativex preparation.[95]
 Eswatini (Swaziland) Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Eswatini
 Ethiopia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Ethiopia
Despite being the spiritual homeland of the Rastafari movement, possession of cannabis can result in up to six months imprisonment.[96]
 Fiji Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Fiji
 Finland Illegal but sometimes not enforced Legal under license.
Main article: Cannabis in Finland
Personal use is generally not prosecuted in court but subject to summary fine. Medicinal cannabis possible under a special license since 2006; in 2014, 223 licenses were issued.[97]
 France Illegal, but on-the-spot fines are usually issued in place of prosecution A two-year trial program involving 3,000 patients underway[98]
Main article: Cannabis in France
Possession up to 100 g (3 1⁄2 oz) entails a โ‚ฌ200 fine since November 2018,[99] although a judge is still legally able to pronounce a stricter sentence.[100] Medical use of some cannabinoid drugs legalized in 2013.[101][102]
 Gabon Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Gabon
 Gambia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Gambia
 Georgia Technically legal for personal use but not for sale, per a July 2018 ruling by the Constitutional Court of Georgia.[103][104] Legislaitvely decriminalized up to 5g dried or 10g fresh,[105] Use is technically legal, but practically limited. No system for the dispensing of cannabis exists.
Main article: Cannabis in Georgia (country)
 Germany Legal for possession, consumption, and cultivation since 1 April 2024. Distribution allowed through non-profit cannabis clubs since 1 July 2024. Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Germany
On 23 February 2024, the German Bundestag passed the Act on the Controlled Use of Cannabis, legalizing possession of 25 g (7⁄8 oz) outside the home, 50 g (1 3⁄4 oz) at home, and private cultivation of three plants, for adults 18 and over, since 1 April 2024. Collective, noncommercial cultivation is legal in cultivation associations (i.e. cannabis social clubs) since 1 July 2024.[106][107][108]
 Ghana Illegal Legal only for THC less than 0.3%[109][110]
Main article: Cannabis in Ghana
 Greece Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Greece
 Greenland (Kalaallit Nunaat) Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Greenland
 Grenada Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Grenada
 Guatemala Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Guatemala
In 2016 a constitutional commission rejected proposals to legalize medicinal or recreational use of cannabis.[111][112]
 Guinea Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Guinea
 Guinea-Bissau Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Guinea-Bissau
 Guyana Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Guyana
Possession of 15 g (1⁄2 oz) or over can result in charges of drug trafficking.[113]
 Haiti Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Haiti
 Honduras Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Honduras
The possession, sale, transportation, and cultivation of cannabis is illegal.[114]
 Hong Kong Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Hong Kong
Possession, sale, transportation, and cultivation illegal under the Dangerous Drug Ordinance.[115] (Chapter 134 of the Law of Hong Kong)
 Hungary Illegal CBD only[116]
Main article: Cannabis in Hungary
There is no distinction in Hungarian law between illicit drugs according to dangers. Heroin use has the same legal consequences as cannabis use.[117]
 Iceland Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iceland
Banned in 1969.[118] Possession of small amounts is subject to arrest and fine but no threat of jail time.[119]
 India Illegal, but exception is made for the use of bhang.[120] CBD oil legal, less than 0.3% THC[121]
Main article: Cannabis in India
Albeit illegal, usage is prevalent and some government-owned shops sell cannabis in the form of bhang. States have their own laws regarding cannabis, locally known as ganja.
 Indonesia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Indonesia
Banned in 1927.[122] Minimum sentence of 4 years in prison (additional fines may apply) if caught dealing / distributing. Rehabilitation or maximum sentence of 4 years if caught in possession alone.[123][124]
 Iran Illegal, but not strictly enforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iran
Maximum of capital punishment to possess hashish over 5 kg (11 lb)[125] but unenforced.[126]
 Iraq Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iraq
 Ireland Illegal[127] Legal as part of 5-year pilot program enacted in June 2019[128][129]
Main article: Cannabis in Ireland
The National Drugs Strategy of 2009โ€“2016 did not favor decriminalizing cannabis.[130] A new strategy was planned for 2017.[131] Cannabis-derived medicines may be licensed since 2014.[132][133] A review of policy on medicinal cannabis was announced in November 2016,[134] and a private member's bill to legalize it passed second stage in the Dรกil in December 2016.[135][136][137]
 Israel Decriminalized Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Israel
As of April 2019, public possession of small amounts is a non-criminal offense punished by escalating fines. A third offense can result in criminal charges, however. Possession in the privacy of one's home is not punished.[138]
 Italy Possession decriminalized; home cultivation legal in small amounts for personal use.[139] Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Italy
Possession of small amounts for personal use is a misdemeanor subject to fines and the suspension of documents (passports or driver's licenses). Sale is punishable by imprisonment, even if in small amounts. Licensed cultivation for medicinal and industrial use strictly regulated.[140]
 Ivory Coast Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Ivory Coast
 Jamaica Decriminalized up to 56.5 g (2 oz) or cultivation of 5 plants. Legal for Rastafari. Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Jamaica
Decriminalized since 2015, and in 2018 the first medical cannabis dispensary opened.[141]
 Japan Illegal CBD only[142][143]
Main article: Cannabis in Japan
Restricted in 1948.[144] Use and possession are punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and a fine. Cultivation, sale, and transport are punishable by 7โ€“10 years imprisonment and a fine.[145]
 Jordan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Jordan
 Kazakhstan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kazakhstan
 Kenya Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kenya
 Kiribati Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kiribati
Template:Country data Korea, North (DPRK) Illegal, but widely unenforced according to defectors. Use is legal when prescribed, but no system for the dispensing of cannabis confirmed.
Main article: Cannabis in North Korea
Cannabis is listed in Appendix 1 Narcotics in the DPRK. Narcotics Control Law (2005) states that narcotics may be used when prescribed.[146] There are conflicting reports on the legal status of cannabis in North Korea. Multiple reports from defectors and tourists claim there is no law regarding the possession of cannabis in North Korea or if there is, it is mostly unenforced. However, other reports claim that cannabis is illegal.[147]
 Korea, South Illegal Access limited to Epidiolex, Marinol and Sativex as of now due to a policy implemented by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety[148]
Main article: Cannabis in South Korea
Medical use of cannabis was legalized in November 2018. The plant itself, however, remains unavailable due to a policy implemented by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.[149]
 Kosovo Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kosovo
 Kuwait Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kuwait
 Kyrgyzstan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Kyrgyzstan
 Laos Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Laos
 Latvia Illegal[150] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Latvia
Possession of up to 1 g (1⁄28 oz) can result in a โ‚ฌ280 fine; for second offenses within a year period, criminal charges are applied. Larger quantities can be punished with up to 15 years in prison.
 Lebanon Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Lebanon
Hashish banned in 1926;[151] cultivation banned in 1992.[152] Large amounts of cannabis are still grown within the country illicitly, however.[153] Cultivation of cannabis for medical use was legalized in April 2020.[154]
 Lesotho Illegal but tolerated Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Lesotho
Licensed cultivation allowed for export to other countries. Also widely grown for illicit purposes.[155][156]
 Liberia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Liberia
 Libya Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Libya
 Liechtenstein Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Liechtenstein
 Lithuania Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Lithuania
Medical cannabis is illegal in Lithuania, but a law allowing seriously ill patients to use drugs made from synthetic cannabinoids was passed by the Seimas on 11 October 2018.
 Luxembourg Legal to grow up to 4 plants at home for personal consumption. Possession of up to 3 g (1⁄10 oz) outside the home is decriminalized, subject to a fine. Sale remains prohibited.[157][158] Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Luxembourg
Decriminalized in 2001.[159] Home use and cultivation has been legal since 21 July 2023 for those aged 18 and over.[160][157][158]
 Macau, SAR of China Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Macau
 Madagascar Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Madagascar
 Malawi Illegal Legal[161]
Main article: Cannabis in Malawi
Illegal but widely used and cultivated; Malawian cannabis is famed internationally for its quality.[162] Chamba is grown mainly in central and northern regions like Mzuzu.[163]
 Malaysia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Malaysia
Mandatory death penalty for convicted drug traffickers, legally defined as individuals possessing more than 200 g (7 oz) of cannabis.[164]
 Maldives Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Maldives
 Mali Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Mali
 Malta Legal for possession, consumption, and cultivation. Distribution is allowed through non-profit cannabis clubs. Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Malta
On 30 March 2021, Prime Minister Robert Abela announced a proposal to legalize possession of up to 7 g (1⁄4 oz) and the cultivation of up to 4 plants, and for people charged with possession in the past to have it expunged from their criminal records.[165] In December 2021, legislation for those aged 18 and over was passed by the Maltese Parliament and signed into law by President George Vella.[166][167][168][169]
 Marshall Islands Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Marshall Islands
 Mauritania Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Mauritania
 Mauritius Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Mauritius
 Mexico Legal for possession, consumption, and cultivation with a permit, but not for sale.[170] Use is legal, but no system for the dispensing of cannabis exists.
Main article: Cannabis in Mexico
Possession of 5 g (3⁄16 oz) was decriminalized in 2009.[171] In 2015 the Supreme Court voted 4โ€“1 that prohibiting people from growing the drug for personal use was unconstitutional.[172] In 2018 the Supreme Court reaffirmed the ruling and requested that the legislature update the country's laws regarding cannabis.[173][174] After the legislature failed to act, the Supreme Court in 2021 invalidated laws regarding the personal possession and cultivation of cannabis.[170]
File:Flag of Federated States of Micronesia.svg Micronesia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Micronesia
 Moldova Decriminalized Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Moldova
 Monaco Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Monaco
 Mongolia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Mongolia
 Montenegro Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Montenegro
 Morocco Illegal but often unenforced Legal[175][176]
Main article: Cannabis in Morocco
Morocco is among the world's top producers of hashish.
 Mozambique Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Mozambique
 Myanmar Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Myanmar
 Namibia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Namibia
Cannabis is illegal; in 2007 the government proposed but declined a 20-year jail sentence for any drug possession.
 Nauru Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Nauru
   Nepal Illegal,[177] but allowed during Maha Shivaratri[178] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Nepal
All cannabis licenses canceled in 1973.[16]
 Netherlands Consumption and sale are tolerated in licensed coffeeshops.[9] Possession of up to 5 g (3⁄16 oz) is decriminalized. Cultivation of up to 5 plants is unenforced for non-commercial use (unless grown in a professional setup). Legal
Main article: Cannabis in the Netherlands
Personal possession decriminalized for those aged 18 and over and sale allowed only in certain licensed coffeeshops in the continental Netherlands for those of the same age.[184] Cultivation often tolerated but growers can still have their plants and equipment confiscated[185] and face eviction[186] or cancellation of their mortgage[187] for one single plant.[188] Zero tolerance policy in the Caribbean Netherlands.[189]
 New Zealand Illegal Legal
See also: Cannabis in New Zealand
Banned in 1927.[190] Possession over 28 g (1 oz) is presumed for supply. Medical use was legalized in 2018.[191] In 2020, a referendum to legalize recreational use failed by a 50.7% to 48.4% margin.[192]
 Nicaragua Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Nicaragua
 Niger Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Niger
 Nigeria Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Nigeria
 North Macedonia Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in North Macedonia
If one possesses large amounts, a jail sentence of anywhere from 3 months to 5 years may be given.[193] Medicinal cannabis legalized since 2016.[194]
 Norway Illegal Legal[195][196]
Main article: Cannabis in Norway
Illegal since 1965. As of 2022, use and possession of up to 15 g (1⁄2 oz) are punished with heavy fines and possible loss of driver's license.[197][198][199] Solberg's Cabinet proposed a decriminalization bill in 2021 that would remove all sanctions for illegal drug use, including possession of up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) of cannabis. Six parties (43,8%) voted for, while three parties (56,2%) voted against. As a result, the bill did not pass the parliament.[200][201]
 Oman Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Oman
 Pakistan Illegal, but often unenforced (particularly in some tribal regions) CBD only[202]
Main article: Cannabis in Pakistan
Prohibited, but the smoking of hashish in Peshawar and the northern parts of Pakistan tends to be tolerated. One may be sent to jail for up to six months if found with charas in other parts of the country.[203] CBD legalized by cabinet announcement in September 2020.[202]
 Palau Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Palau
 Panama Illegal Legal[204][205]
Main article: Cannabis in Panama
 Papua New Guinea Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Papua New Guinea
 Paraguay Decriminalized up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Paraguay
The possession of up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) of cannabis is not punishable.[206][207]
 Peru Decriminalized up to 8 g (1⁄4 oz) Legal[208]
Main article: Cannabis in Peru
Possession of up to 8 g (1⁄4 oz) is not punished.[209][210][211][212] Cultivation, production, and sale are punished with 8โ€“15 years in prison.[213][214]
 Philippines Illegal Illegal but may be allowed with special permit
Main article: Cannabis in the Philippines
Medical use of cannabis is possible with a special permit from the Food and Drugs Authority for use by individuals with serious or terminal illness.[215]
 Poland Illegal, but may not be enforced for small amounts, legal below 0.3% THC Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Poland
Since 2011, prosecutors can choose not to prosecute possession of small quantities of cannabis for personal use if it is a first offense or if the person is drug dependent.[216] Possession of large quantities of drugs can result in up to 10 years in prison.[217]
 Portugal Decriminalized up to 25 g (7⁄8 oz) of herb or 5 g (3⁄16 oz) of hashish Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Portugal
In 2001, Portugal became the first country in the world to decriminalize the use of all drugs.[218]
 Qatar Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Qatar
 Romania Illegal Cannabis-derived drugs less than 0.2% THC can be prescribed
Main article: Cannabis in Romania
Small quantities punishable by a large fine for first offenders or 6 months to 2 years in prison if the person has been convicted before. Possession of large amounts or trafficking is punishable by 2โ€“7 years of jail time.[219] Decriminalization proposed.[220] Limited medical use approved in 2013.[221][222]
 Russia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Russia
Possession of up to 6 g (1⁄5 oz) of cannabis (or 2 g, 1⁄20 oz of hashish) is an administrative offense, punishable by a fine of โ‚ฝ5,000 or detention of up to 15 days. Possession of larger amounts is a criminal offense. Foreign nationals and stateless individuals who violate the law are subject to deportation regardless of the amount.[223]
 Rwanda Illegal Legal[224]
Main article: Cannabis in Rwanda
 Saint Kitts and Nevis Decriminalized up to 56 g (2 oz) Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Kitts and Nevis
 Saint Lucia Decriminalized up to 30 g (1 1⁄16 oz)[225] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Lucia
 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Decriminalized up to 56 g (2 oz)[226] Legal[227][228][229]
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
 Samoa Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Samoa
 San Marino Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in San Marino
 Sรฃo Tomรฉ and Prรญncipe Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Sรฃo Tomรฉ and Principe
 Saudi Arabia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Saudi Arabia
Use and possession for personal use of any kind of recreational drugs is punishable by imprisonment if caught. Imprisonment for personal use can entail jail time of six months or more. Dealing and smuggling high amounts of drugs usually result in harsher prison time or even execution, although recently executions have been rare. Foreigners who use drugs might be deported.[230]
 Senegal Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Senegal
 Serbia Illegal[231] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Serbia
Possession of small amounts is punishable by fine or imprisonment of up to 3 years. Sale and transportation punishable by imprisonment of 3โ€“12 years. Cultivation punishable by imprisonment from 6 months to 5 years. Higher penalties for organized crime.[232]
File:Flag of the Seychelles.svg Seychelles Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Seychelles
 Sierra Leone Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Sierra Leone
Cannabis banned in 1920.[233]
 Singapore Illegal CBD only
Main article: Cannabis in Singapore
Banned in 1870.[234] Cannabis is a Class A drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act, making it illegal to cultivate, sell, or possess. Those who are caught with 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) of cannabis or more are considered drug traffickers and are liable to be punished with an automatic death penalty.[235][236] In rare cases, permission has been granted to use cannabis-derived pharmaceuticals for treatment of epilepsy.[237]
 Slovakia Illegal CBD only
Main article: Cannabis in Slovakia
Possession of small amounts punishable by up to 8 years in prison.[238][239]
 Slovenia Decriminalized Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Slovenia
Medical cannabis legalized in 2025.[240][241] Prior to 2025, cannabis-based drugs were legal for medicinal use, but not cannabis itself.[242][243] Possession of any drug for personal use is decriminalized.[244]
 Solomon Islands Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Solomon Islands
 Somalia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Somalia
 South Africa Legal for possession, cultivation and use in private places but not for sale. Use is legal, but no system for the dispensing of medicinal cannabis exists.
Main article: Cannabis in South Africa
Private use and cultivation have been legal for those 18 years and older since September 2018.[245][246][247][248][249]
 South Sudan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in South Sudan
 Spain Decriminalized. Use and possession in private areas allowed for own consumption.[250] Public possession or consumption can result in a fine.[251] Cultivation for personal use allowed in private areas including Cannabis Social Clubs.[250] Legal[252][253][254]
Main article: Cannabis in Spain
All actions related to cannabis for own consumption aren't considered criminal offenses,[255] but misdemeanors punishable by a fine.[256] Cannabis trafficking, including sale, import, or cultivation for sale, is punishable by jail time. Cannabis was legalized in Catalonia in 2017 for those 18 and over,[257] but that law was challenged by the Spanish state and declared unconstitutional in 2018.[258] Cultivation in private areas for own consumption is allowed if the plants cannot be seen from the street or other public spaces.[259]
 Sri Lanka Illegal Legalized by amendment made in colonial law by 1980s and through the Ayurveda Act.[260]
Main article: Cannabis in Sri Lanka
The sale of cannabis is decriminalized for traditional medicine vendors and it is commonly used in Ayurvedic traditional medicines.[261]
 Sudan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Sudan
 Suriname Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Suriname
Cannabis was banned in Suriname in the early 20th century, having been popularized there by Asian immigrants.[262]
 Sweden Illegal Legal under limited circumstances for patients who obtain a license.[263]
Main article: Cannabis in Sweden
All cannabis-related activity illegal. The national police runs a "disturb and annoy" program aimed at users supported by the national "zero tolerance" policy.[264][265]
 Switzerland Decriminalized. Legal below 1.0% THC. Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Switzerland
Since 2017, consuming cannabis in Switzerland may result in a fine, but possession of up to 10 g (3⁄8 oz) without evidence of consumption is not penalized; and as of 2023, confiscated amounts under this limit must be returned to the individual.[266][267]
 Syria Illegal, widely unenforced since the start of the Syrian civil war Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Syria
If someone is considered an addict by the Syrian government then they face no criminal penalties for drug possession.[268]
 Taiwan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Taiwan
Cannabis is a schedule 2 narcotic in the ROC, and possession can result in up to 3 years imprisonment.[269]
 Tajikistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tajikistan
 Tanzania Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tanzania
 Thailand Illegal but often unenforced Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Thailand
Criminalized in 1935, medical use legalized in 2018. Recreational use legalized in 2022 for those aged 20 and over. Unprescribed products with over 0.2% THC were recriminalized in 2025, but this law is often unenforced.[270][271]
 Timor-Leste Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Timor-Leste
 Togo Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Togo
 Tonga Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tonga
 Trinidad and Tobago Decriminalized up to 30 g (1 1⁄16 oz), cultivation of 4 plants per adult Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Trinidad and Tobago
Banned in 1925.[272] Decriminalized in 2019.[273]
 Tunisia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tunisia
Banned in 1953.[274] Using or possessing entails 1โ€“5 years of imprisonment and 1000โ€“3000 dinars (around $500โ€“1500).[275][276][277]
 Turkey
 Turkmenistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Turkmenistan
 Tuvalu Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tuvalu
 Uganda Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Uganda
 Ukraine Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Ukraine
In December 2023, Parliament adopted a bill to legalize medical cannabis on second reading.[278] It was signed into law by President Zelensky on 15 February 2024.[279]
 United Arab Emirates Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the United Arab Emirates
In 2008, even the smallest amounts of the drug could lead to a mandatory 4-year prison sentence.[280][needs update]
 United Kingdom Illegal,[281] but a cannabis warning or an on-the-spot fine ("Penalty Notice for Disorder") may be issued instead of prosecution for simple possession.[282] Cannabis-derived medicines may be prescribed only by a specialist consultant.[283]
Main article: Cannabis in the United Kingdom
Banned in 1928.[284] A class B drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.[285] Limited medical use legal since 1 November 2018[286] when prescribed by a specialist consultant, not a GP. Guidance: only prescribe when clearly beneficial and no other option available.[283]
 United States Legalized in 24 states, 3 territories, and the District of Columbia โ€“ but illegal at federal level. Decriminalized in another 7 states.
See also: Legalization of non-medical cannabis in the United States		 Legalized in 40 states, 4 territories, and the District of Columbia โ€“ but illegal at federal level.[15]
See also: Medical cannabis in the United States
Main articles: Cannabis in the United States and Legality of cannabis by U.S. jurisdiction
See also: Cannabis on American Indian reservations
Cannabis remains a Schedule I drug at federal level, prohibiting even its medical use with narrow exceptions. The Rohrabacherโ€“Farr amendment prevents federal enforcement in states that have legalized medical, however. No such protections exist regarding recreational, but the federal government has so far generally not intervened. Recognized Indian reservations are allowed to legalize for either use under a policy announced in 2014.[287] Every U.S. state that has legalized recreational use has set a mandatory legal minimum age of 21 for purchase, possession, and use.[288] In 2024, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Justice indicated they were planning to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III.[289]
 Uruguay Legal, but buying prohibited for non-residents. Cultivation allowed up to six plants. Cannabis Social Clubs authorized up to 45 members Legal for all uses.
Main article: Cannabis in Uruguay
Legal since late 2013.[290] Buyers must be eighteen or older, residents of Uruguay, and must register with the authorities. Authorities grow the cannabis that can be sold legally.[291][292][293] Non-profit Cannabis Clubs can also operate.[294] The minimum age to purchase or obtain cannabis in Uruguay is 18.[295]
 Uzbekistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Uzbekistan
Opiates, cannabis and other plants containing psychotropic substances are illegal.[296]
 Vanuatu Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Vanuatu
  Vatican City Illegal Illegal
 Venezuela Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Venezuela
Possession of up to 20 g (3⁄4 oz) of marijuana or 5 g (3⁄16 oz) of genetically modified marijuana for commercial purposes is punishable by 1โ€“2 years in prison at judge's discretion. If deemed to be for personal consumption, the user is subject to security measures involving rehabilitation and detoxification procedures.[297]
 Vietnam Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Vietnam
 Yemen Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Yemen
 Zambia Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Zambia
 Zimbabwe Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Zimbabwe
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes

See also

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