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Cannabis Laws in Namibia

Fully Legalized for Adult Use?

Fully Legalized for Medical Use?

CBD only?

Decriminalized?

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Namibia. Cannabislaws.global recommends you consult with a qualified local attorney or legal expert for accurate and up-to-date information. This information is not intended as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Use of this information is at your own risk.

Does Namibia have a recreational use program?

No, Namibia does not have a recreational use program. The laws of the country prohibit the possession, distribution, and cultivation of cannabis.

Does Namibia have a medical program?

No, Namibia does not have a medical use program. In Namibia, medical marijuana is not permitted. Even for patients with severe medical conditions who may benefit from the drug, the country’s strict drug laws do not allow for the medicinal use of cannabis.

 

What are the rules for medical use?

There is no medical use program in Namibia.

 

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

There is no medical use program in Namibia.

What are the medical program limits?

There is no medical use program in Namibia.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There is no medical use program in Namibia.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

There is no medical use program in Namibia.

Is CBD legal in Namibia?

No, CBD is not legal in Namibia. CBD has an unclear legal status in Namibia. Although Namibian drug laws do not mention CBD products specifically, given that they are derived from the cannabis plant, they are probably illegal. 

 

Is cannabis decriminalized in Namibia?

No, cannabis is not decriminalized in Namibia. Under Namibia’s Abuse of Dependence-Producing Substances and Rehabilitation Centers Act, 1971, cannabis is categorized as a Schedule 3 substance. This implies that growing, selling, and possessing cannabis are illegal activities that are subject to legal penalties.

Namibia has harsh penalties for offenses involving cannabis, which can include 20 years in prison for cultivating, selling, or possessing cannabis.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Namibia. Cannabislaws.global recommends you consult with a qualified local attorney or legal expert for accurate and up-to-date information. This information is not intended as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Use of this information is at your own risk.