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Cannabis Laws in Nepal

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 Nepal. 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 Nepal have a recreational use program?

No, Nepal does not have a recreational use program. Cannabis is currently prohibited in Nepal despite the country’s long history and strong cultural ties to the plant. Cannabis and its products, such as hashish and marijuana, cannot be grown, produced, sold, or distributed without a permit under the 1976 Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act.

Does Nepal have a medical program?

No, Nepal does not have a medical use program. In Nepal, medicinal marijuana is not yet permitted. However, there have been conversations regarding the possible advantages of legalizing cannabis for medical use both among activists and within the government.

 

What are the rules for medical use?

There is no medical use program in Nepal.

 

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

There is no medical use program in Nepal.

What are the medical program limits?

There is no medical use program in Nepal.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There is no medical use program in Nepal.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

There is no medical use program in Nepal.

Is CBD legal in Nepal?

No, CBD is not legal in Nepal. Since the Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act forbids the use of cannabis and its derivatives, CBD is still illegal in Nepal.

 

Is cannabis decriminalized in Nepal?

No, cannabis is not decriminalized in Nepal. Those found in possession of cannabis or its derivatives may be subject to penalties under the Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act. For small-scale cannabis possession, there is a maximum one-year prison sentence, and for large-scale cannabis possession, a maximum of ten years in prison. Penalties are determined by the amount of cannabis involved.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Nepal. 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.