Does Paraguay have a recreational use program?

No, Paraguay does not have a recreational use program.

Does Paraguay have a medical program?

Yes, medical cannabis is legal in Paraguay. With the passing of Law 6007 in 2017, medical marijuana became legal in Paraguay. Law 6007 set up a national program to study and explore the medical and scientific uses of the cannabis plant.

What are the rules for medical use?

Patients who want to use medical cannabis must get a prescription from a doctor who is licensed to practice medicine and purchase the medication through approved channels.

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

The full list of medical conditions that qualify for medicinal marijuana is not available. However, according to the law, each medical condition for which it is used must be supported by scientific proof.

What are the medical program limits?

There are no clear medical rules available.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There are no clear medical rules available.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

There are no clear medical rules available.

Is CBD legal in Paraguay?

Yes, CBD is legal in Paraguay. A regulation pertaining to the import, distribution, and medical use of cannabis-derived pharmaceuticals containing CBD was passed in Paraguay in 2017. This law permitted the use of CBD under the guidance of medical specialists in several specified medical situations.

However, Paraguay legislation does not recognize the use of CBD as a food supplement.

Is cannabis decriminalized in Paraguay?

Yes, cannabis is decriminalized in Paraguay. Those found in possession of 10 grams or less of cannabis were protected from prosecution under Law 1340’s Article 30 in 1988. The article states that a person discovered in possession of more than 10 grams might face a sentence of two to four years in prison.