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Legality of cannabis

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This article is about cannabis as a psychoactive. For information about hemp, see Hemp.

Map of world cannabis laws for non-medical use
Legal status of cannabis possession for recreational use
  Legal
  Illegal but decriminalized
  Illegal but often unenforced
  Illegal
  Legality unknown
Map of world cannabis laws for medical use
Legal status of cannabis for medical use
  Legal for recreational use
  Legal for medical use
  Illegal

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 classified as a Schedule I drug under the Single Convention treaty, meaning that signatories can allow medical use but that it is considered to be an addictive drug with a serious risk of abuse.[3][4]

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 Asian and Middle Eastern countries where possession of even small amounts is punished by imprisonment for several years.[5] Countries that have legalized recreational use of cannabis are Canada, Georgia, Malta, Mexico, South Africa, and Uruguay, plus 18 states, 2 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 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.[6]

Countries that have legalized medical use of cannabis include Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malta, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, 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, or Epidiolex.[7] In the United States, 36 states, 4 territories, and the District of Columbia have legalized the medical use of cannabis, but at the federal level its use remains prohibited.[8]

By country

Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Afghanistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Afghanistan
Production banned by King Zahir Shah in 1973.[9]
 Albania Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Albania
Prohibited but plants highly available throughout the country and law often unenforced.[10][11][12]
 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 Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Antigua and Barbuda
 Argentina Decriminalized Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Argentina
Decriminalized for small amounts and private consumption, as ruled by the Supreme Court in 2009.[13] Medicinal cannabis legal nationally since 21 September 2017.[14]
 Armenia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Armenia
 Australia Decriminalized in Northern Territory and South Australia.[15][16] Legal in Australian Capital Territory for personal use but not for sale. Legal at federal level and in all states.[17] Qualifying conditions and other details vary by state.[18]
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 have been allowed to grow two plants and possess 50 g, though sales or other transfer is prohibited, including cannabis seeds. Federal law also remains enforceable.[19]
 Austria Possession for personal use decriminalized as of January 2016. Dronabinol, Sativex, Nabilone[20]
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 Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Bangladesh
Sale banned in 1989,[21] but laws are rarely enforced and cannabis is openly sold in many parts of the country.[22][23]
 Barbados Legal for spiritual use by registered Rastafarians[24] Legal[25]
Main article: Cannabis in Barbados
 Belarus Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Belarus
 Belgium Decriminalized up to 3 g or cultivation of one plant Sativex[26]
Main article: Cannabis in Belgium
Up to 3 g decriminalized for adults since 2003.[27][28]
 Belize Decriminalized up to 10 g Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Belize
Possession prohibited, but use is common and largely tolerated.[29] Laws decriminalizing possession of up to 10 g "in the works".[30]
 Benin Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Benin
 Bermuda Decriminalized up to 7 g Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Bermuda
In November 2016, the Supreme Court of Bermuda ruled in favor of allowing the medical use of cannabis.[31] As of July 2018, two doctors have been licensed to prescribe the drug.[32]
 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.[33]
 Bolivia Decriminalized up to 50 g Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Bolivia
 Bosnia and Herzegovina Illegal Illegal
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.[34]
 Botswana Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Botswana
Cannabis (or dagga) is illegal.[35]
 Brazil Illegal Legal for terminally ill patients or those who have exhausted other treatment options.[36][37]
Main article: Cannabis in Brazil
Legislation passed in 2006 to require treatment and community service for possessing small amounts of drugs instead of jail time.[38] Possession of large amounts, as well as sale, transportation, and cultivation, are considered drug trafficking.[39]
 Brunei Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Brunei
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 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.[40]
 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,[41] but this prohibition is lax and enforced opportunistically.[42][43][44] "Happy" restaurants in cities publicly offer food cooked with marijuana, or as a side garnish.[45]
 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 is 19 in most of the country, with the exceptions being Alberta (age 18) and Quebec (age 21).[46]
 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[47] and recreational cultivation[48][49][50] decriminalized. Medicinal cultivation legal with the authorization of The Chilean Agriculture Service (SAG)[51] and sale of medication allowed on prescription in pharmacies.[52]
 People's Republic of China (PRC) Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in China
Penalty for possession or consumption: 10–15 days' detention without prosecution and a fine.[53]
 Colombia Decriminalized up to 22 g or cultivation of 20 plants for personal use Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Colombia
Decriminalized up to 22 g for personal consumption. Individuals carrying greater amounts, or cultivating up to 20 plants, cannot be prosecuted if the drug is for personal use.[54][55][56][57]
 Comoros Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Comoros
Cannabis was legal during the Comorian historical period between January 1975 and May 1978, when president Ali Soilih legalized cannabis consumption among other measures.[58][59]
 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[60][61] Illegal
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.[60][61]
 Croatia Decriminalized[62] Legal[63]
Main article: Cannabis in Croatia
Possession of small amounts considered a misdemeanor which leads to fine. Medicinal cannabis legal for patients with illnesses such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, or HIV/AIDS.[63]
 Cuba Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Cuba
 Cyprus Illegal Legal[64]
Main article: Cannabis in Cyprus
Class B substance – 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).[65]
 Czech Republic Decriminalized up to 10 g or cultivation of 5 plants[66] Legal
Main article: Cannabis in the Czech Republic
Possession of up to 10 g or cultivation of up to 5 plants is an infraction subject to a minor fine – mostly not enforced. Medicinal use legal and regulated since 2013.[67][68]
 Denmark Illegal Legal (4-year pilot program beginning in January 2018)[69]
Main article: Cannabis in Denmark
As with all drugs, cannabis-related offenses are punishable by a fine or imprisonment for up to 2 years.[70] Freetown Christiania, a self-declared autonomous community in Copenhagen, is known for its cannabis trade.[71]
 Djibouti Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Djibouti
 Dominica Decriminalized up to 1 oz (28 grams)[72] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Dominica
 Dominican Republic Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Dominican Republic
 East Timor Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in East Timor
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Ecuador Decriminalized up to 10 g Legal[73]
Main article: Cannabis in Ecuador
Possession of small amounts decriminalized.[74][75][76]
 Egypt Illegal but often unenforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Egypt
Illegal since 1925[77] but use is widespread. Convictions for personal use are rare.[78] 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[79]
Main article: Cannabis in Estonia
Up to 7.5 g 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.[80]
 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.[81]
 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.[82]
 France Illegal, but an on-the-spot fine may be issued in place of prosecution A two-year trial program involving 3,000 patients underway[83]
Main article: Cannabis in France
Possession up to 100 g entails a 200€ fine since November 2018,[84] although a judge is still legally able to pronounce a stricter sentence.[85] Medical use of some cannabinoid drugs legalized in 2013.[86][87]
 Gabon Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Gabon
 Gambia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the Gambia
 Georgia Legal for possession and consumption but not for sale, per a July 2018 ruling by the Constitutional Court of Georgia.[88][89] Use is legal, but no system for the dispensing of cannabis exists.
Main article: Cannabis in Georgia (country)
 Germany Illegal, but prosecution may be refrained if possession is in small quantities and for personal use.[90][91][92] Legal for seriously ill patients who have consulted with a doctor and have absolutely no therapeutic alternative.[93][94]
Main article: Cannabis in Germany
Under federal law, prosecution is optional for possession of "small amounts" of any narcotics, if there is no public interest in the offence and the narcotics were only intended for the offender's own use.[92]
 Ghana Illegal Legal only for THC less than 0.3%[95][96]
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.[97][98]
 Guinea Illegal Illegal
Main article:
 Guinea-Bissau Illegal Illegal
Main article:
 Guyana Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Guyana
Possession of 15 g or over can result in charges of drug trafficking.[99]
 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.[100]
 Hong Kong Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Hong Kong
Possession, sale, transportation, and cultivation illegal under the Dangerous Drug Ordinance.[101] (Chapter 134 of the Law of Hong Kong)
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Hungary Illegal Illegal
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.[102]
 Iceland Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iceland
Banned in 1969.[103] Possession of small amounts is subject to arrest and fine but no threat of jail time.[104]
 India Illegal, but exception is made for the use of bhang.[105] Illegal
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.[106] 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.[107][108]
 Iran Illegal, but not strictly enforced Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iran
Maximum of capital punishment to possess hashish over 5 kilograms[109] but unenforced.[110]
 Iraq Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Iraq
 Ireland Illegal[111] Legal as part of 5-year pilot program enacted in June 2019[112][113]
Main article: Cannabis in Ireland
The National Drugs Strategy of 2009–2016 did not favor decriminalizing cannabis.[114] A new strategy was planned for 2017.[115] Cannabis-derived medicines may be licensed since 2014.[116][117] A review of policy on medicinal cannabis was announced in November 2016,[118] and a private member's bill to legalize it passed second stage in the Dáil in December 2016.[119][120][121]
 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.[122]
 Italy Possession decriminalized; home cultivation legal in small amounts for personal use.[123] 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.[124]
 Ivory Coast Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Ivory Coast
 Jamaica Decriminalized up to 2 oz (57 grams) 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.[125]
 Japan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Japan
Restricted in 1948.[126] Use and possession are punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and a fine. Cultivation, sale, and transport are punishable by 7–10 years imprisonment and a fine.[127]
 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
 Korea, North (DPRK) Un­known Un­known
Main article: Cannabis in North Korea
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 (as a result, it is not classified as a drug) in North Korea or if there is, it is mostly unenforced. However, other reports claim that cannabis is illegal.[128]
 Korea, South Illegal Access limited to Epidiolex, Marinol and Sativex as of now due to the policy implemented by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety[129]
Main article: Cannabis in South Korea
Medical use of cannabis was legalized in November 2018. The plant itself, however, remains unavailable due to the policy made by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.[130]
 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[131] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Latvia
Possession of up to 1 g can result in a €280 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;[132] cultivation banned in 1992.[133] Large amounts of cannabis are still grown within the country illicitly, however.[134] Cultivation of cannabis for medical use was legalized in April 2020.[135]
 Lesotho Illegal but tolerated Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Lesotho
Licensed cultivation allowed for export to other countries. Also widely grown for illicit purposes.[136][137]
 Liberia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Liberia
 Libya Illegal Illegal
Main article:
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Liechtenstein Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Liechtenstein
 Lithuania Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Lithuania
A bill to legalize medical use of cannabis was passed by the Seimas on 11 October 2018.
 Luxembourg Decriminalized Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Luxembourg
Transportation and consumption are illegal. Decriminalized since 2001, with prison penalty replaced by a monetary fine ranging from €250 to €2,500.[138][139] In October 2021, the government announced plans to legalise growing up to four cannabis plants per household for personal use.[140]
 Macau, SAR of China Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Macau
 Madagascar Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Madagascar
 Malawi Illegal Legal[141]
Main article: Cannabis in Malawi
Illegal but widely used and cultivated; Malawian cannabis is famed internationally for its quality.[142] Chamba is grown mainly in central and northern regions like Mzuzu.[143]
 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.[144]
 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 grams 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.[145] On 14 December 2021, legislation was passed by the Maltese Parliamant which was signed into law by President George Vella on December 18.[146][147]
 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.[148] Use is legal, but no system for the dispensing of cannabis exists.
Main article: Cannabis in Mexico
Possession of 5 g was decriminalized in 2009.[149] In 2015 the Supreme Court voted 4–1 that prohibiting people from growing the drug for personal use was unconstitutional.[150] In 2018 the Supreme Court reaffirmed the ruling and requested that the legislature update the country's laws regarding cannabis.[151][152] After the legislature failed to act, the Supreme Court in 2021 invalidated laws regarding the personal possession and cultivation of cannabis.[148]
 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[153][154]
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.
   Nepal Illegal,[155] but allowed during Maha Shivaratri[156] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Nepal
All cannabis licenses canceled in 1973.[9]
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Netherlands Consumption and sale are tolerated in licensed coffeeshops.[6] Possession of up to 5 g 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 and sale allowed only in certain licensed coffeeshops in the continental Netherlands.[157][158][159] Cultivation often tolerated but growers can still have their plants and equipment confiscated[160] and face eviction[161] or cancellation of their mortgage[162] for one single plant.[163] Zero tolerance policy in the Caribbean Netherlands.[164]
 New Zealand Illegal Legal
See also: Cannabis in New Zealand
Banned in 1927.[165] Possession over 28 g is presumed for supply. Medical use was legalized in 2018.[166] In 2020, a referendum to legalize recreational use failed by a 50.7% to 48.4% margin.[167]
 Nicaragua Illegal Illegal
Main article:
 Niger Illegal Illegal
Main article:
 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.[168] Medicinal cannabis legalized since 2016.[169]
 Norway Illegal, but government has declared intention to decriminalize Legal[170][171]
Main article: Cannabis in Norway
Illegal, but government has been working on a decriminalization bill that would end all sanctions for use of drugs as a whole and possession of up to 10 grams of cannabis. Currently use and possession of up to 15 grams are punished with heavy fines and possible loss of driver's license.[172][173][174] As of April 16th 2021, this bill did not pass parliament. 6 parties voted for, while 3 voted against.[175] Despite this decision, most political parties in Norway will continue to work for a bill that either decriminalizes drugs on a smaller scale or a bill that will legalize cannabis on its own.[176]
 Oman Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Oman
 Pakistan Illegal, but often unenforced (particularly in some tribal regions) CBD only[177]
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.[178] CBD legalized by cabinet announcement in September 2020.[177]
 Palau Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Palau
 Panama Illegal Legal[179][180]
Main article: Cannabis in Panama
 Papua New Guinea Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Papua New Guinea
 Paraguay Decriminalized up to 10 g Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Paraguay
The possession of up to 10 g of cannabis is not punishable.[181][182]
 Peru Decriminalized Legal[183]
Main article: Cannabis in Peru
Possession of up to 8 g is not punished.[184][185][186][187] Cultivation, production, and sale are punished with 8–15 years in prison.[188][189]
 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.[190]
 Poland Illegal, but may not be enforced for small amounts, legal below 0.2% 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.[191] Possession of large quantities of drugs can result in up to 10 years in prison.[192]
 Portugal Decriminalized up to 25 g of herb or 5 g 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.[193]
 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 2–7 years of jail time.[194] Decriminalization proposed.[195] Limited medical use approved in 2013.[196][197]
 Russia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Russia
Possession of up to 6 g of cannabis (or 2 g of hashish) is an administrative offense, punishable by a fine of ₽5,000 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.[198]
 Rwanda Illegal Legal[199]
Main article: Cannabis in Rwanda
 Saint Kitts and Nevis Decriminalized up to 15 g Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Kitts and Nevis
 Saint Lucia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Lucia
 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Decriminalized up to 2 oz (57 grams)[200] Legal[201][202][203]
Main article: Cannabis in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
 Samoa Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Samoa
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 San Marino Illegal Legal
Main article: Cannabis in San Marino
 São Tomé and Príncipe Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in São Tomé 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.[204]
 Senegal Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Senegal
 Serbia Illegal[205] Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Serbia
Possession punishable by fine or imprisonment of up to 3 years. Sale and transportation punishable by imprisonment of 3–12 years. Cultivation punishable by imprisonment from 6 months to 5 years. Higher penalties for organized crime.[206]
 Seychelles Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Seychelles
 Sierra Leone Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Sierra Leone
Cannabis banned in 1920.[207]
 Singapore Illegal CBD only
Main article: Cannabis in Singapore
Banned in 1870.[208] 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 500g of cannabis or more are considered drug traffickers and are punished with a possible death penalty.[209][210] In rare cases, permission has been granted to use cannabis-derived pharmaceuticals for treatment of epilepsy.[211]
 Slovakia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Slovakia
Possession of small amounts punishable by up to 8 years in prison.[212][213] In April 2012, The Wall Street Journal reported that Robert Fico, the incoming Slovak prime minister, might push for partial legalization of cannabis possession, and has argued for the legalization of possession of up to three doses of cannabis for personal use.[213]
 Slovenia Decriminalized Sativex, Marinol, CBD[214]
Main article: Cannabis in Slovenia
Cannabis-based drugs are legal for medicinal use, but not cannabis itself.[215][216] Possession of any drug for personal use is decriminalized.[217]
 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 since September 2018.[218][219][220][221]
 South Sudan Illegal Illegal
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 Spain Decriminalized. Use and possession in private areas allowed for own consumption.[222][223] Public possession or consumption can result in a fine.[224] Cultivation for personal use allowed in private areas including Cannabis Social Clubs.[222] Sativex
Main article: Cannabis in Spain
All actions related to cannabis for own consumption aren't considered criminal offenses,[225] but misdemeanors punishable by a fine.[226] Cannabis trafficking, including sale, import, or cultivation for sale, is punishable by jail time. Legalized in Catalonia in 2017,[227] but that law was challenged by the state and declared unconstitutional.[228] Cultivation in private areas for own consumption is allowed if the plants cannot be seen from the street or other public spaces.[229]
 Sri Lanka Illegal Legalized by amendment made in colonial law by 1980s and through the Ayurveda Act.[230]
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.[231]
 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.[232]
 Sweden Illegal Legal under limited circumstances for patients who obtain a license.[233]
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.[234][235]
  Switzerland Decriminalized. Legal below 1.0% THC. Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Switzerland
Since 2012, possession of 10 g or less is decriminalized to a fine.[236]
 Syria Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Syria
Reportedly punished by life imprisonment under Bashar al-Assad's government policies. As a result of civil war, people living in areas controlled by Kurdish separatists have begun growing cannabis as a way of making money to fight poverty.[237]
 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.[238]
 Tajikistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tajikistan
Country/Territory Recreational Medical Notes
 Tanzania Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tanzania
 Thailand Illegal but often unenforced Legal
Main article: Cannabis in Thailand
Criminalized in 1935.[239] Possession, cultivation, and transport (import/export) of up to 10 kg of cannabis may result in a maximum sentence of 5 years in prison or a fine.[240] Medical use was made legal in 2018.[241]
 Togo Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Togo
 Tonga Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tonga
 Trinidad and Tobago Decriminalized up to 30 g, cultivation of 4 plants per adult Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Trinidad and Tobago
Banned in 1925.[242] Decriminalized in 2019.[243]
 Tunisia Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Tunisia
Banned in 1953.[244] Using or possessing entails 1–5 years of imprisonment and 1000–3000 dinars (around $500–1500).[245][246][247]
 Turkey Illegal Sativex
Main article: Cannabis in Turkey
Medical cultivation legal in 19 provinces.[248] With permission, this can also be conducted in other provinces as well.[249] Consuming any drug is illegal and requires juridical process. Possessing, purchasing, or receiving any illegal drug is punishable by 1–2 years of prison, treatment, or probation.[250] Sale and supply is punishable by a prison term of 5–10 years, and production or trafficking by a minimum term of 10 years.[250]
 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 Limited to Dronabinol and Nabiximols
Main article: Cannabis in Ukraine
Possession of up to 5 g or cultivation of 10 plants is an administrative (rather than a criminal) offense, but detention of up to 15 days is still possible.[251] In 2021, some THC- and CBD-containing drugs were approved for medical use.[252]
 United Arab Emirates Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in the United Arab Emirates
Even the smallest amounts of the drug can lead to a mandatory 4-year prison sentence.[253]
 United Kingdom Illegal, but a cannabis warning or an on-the-spot fine ("Penalty Notice for Disorder") may be issued for simple possession instead of prosecution.[254] Cannabis-derived medicines are legal only when prescribed by a specialist consultant.[255]
Main article: Cannabis in the United Kingdom
Banned in 1928.[256] Made a Class B drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.[257] Limited medical use has been legal since 1 November 2018.[258] Cannabis-derived medicines are only legal when prescribed by a specialist consultant and GPs are not allowed to prescribe cannabis-derived medicines. NHS guidance states that medical cannabis should only be prescribed when there is clear published evidence of its benefit and other treatment options have been exhausted.[255]
 United States Legalized in 18 states, 2 territories, and the District of Columbia – but illegal at federal level. Decriminalized in another 13 states and 1 territory.
See also: Legalization of non-medical cannabis in the United States
 Legalized in 36 states, 4 territories, and the District of Columbia – but illegal at federal level.[8]
See also: Medical cannabis in the United States
Main articles: Cannabis in the United States and Legality of cannabis by U.S. jurisdiction
Cannabis remains a Schedule I drug at federal level, prohibiting even its medical use. The Rohrabacher–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.[259]
 Uruguay Legal, but buying prohibited for foreigners. Cultivation allowed up to six plants. Legal for all uses.
Main article: Cannabis in Uruguay
Legal since late 2013.[260] Buyers must be eighteen or older, residents of Uruguay, and must register with the authorities. Authorities grow the cannabis that can be sold legally.[261][262][263]
 Uzbekistan Illegal Illegal
Main article: Cannabis in Uzbekistan
Opiates, cannabis and other plants containing psychotropic substances are illegal.[264]
 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 of marijuana or 5 g of genetically modified marijuana for commercial purposes is punishable by 1–2 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.[265]
 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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