Does Norway have a recreational use program?

No, Norway does not have a recreational use program. It is against the law to possess, grow, sell, or distribute cannabis for recreational purposes in Norway.

Does Norway have a medical program?

Yes, medical cannabis is legal in Norway. In Norway, medical marijuana is currently legal, but it is heavily regulated, and you need to see a specialist to obtain a prescription.

What are the rules for medical use?

A doctor must be able to prove that all other treatment options have failed before prescribing medicinal cannabis. All things considered, cannabis should only be a last choice.

To prescribe cannabis products with a THC content greater than 1%, the physician must also be a specialist in a hospital and obtain authorization.

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

Medical cannabis can be prescribed by licensed doctors for several conditions, such as cancer and multiple sclerosis. However, cannabis is rarely prescribed because it can only be used as a last resort.

Prescriptions are only fortunate enough to be granted to patients with extremely serious conditions. Patients with severe epilepsy or cancer fall under this category.

What are the medical program limits?

There are no clear medical rules available.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

The oral spray Sativex for multiple sclerosis is the only cannabis product that has received approval from the Norwegian Medicines Agency.

Patients may, however, be eligible for other products, such as Cesamet and Marinol (synthetic cannabinoids taken as pills), in certain situations.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

There are no clear medical rules available.

Is CBD legal in Norway?

Yes, CBD is legal in Norway. In Norway, a CBD product needs to have 0.00% THC to be allowed for use without risk of legal repercussions.

Norway is not a member of the European Union, despite the fact that it is a European nation and many people may believe that the laws there are the same as those in other nations, such as Poland. 

Norway does not have a European Union membership. Norway is not covered under EU law. The same applies to hemp and hemp-derived products.

Is cannabis decriminalized in Norway?

Yes, cannabis is decriminalized in Norway. In Norway, possessing up to 15 grams of cannabis in small amounts is no longer illegal. If a user is discovered in possession of such an amount, they risk being fined or spending up to six months in jail.

The decriminalization of cannabis was approved by the Norwegian parliament in December 2017, allowing the government to concentrate more on harm reduction and health promotion.