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Cannabis Laws in Saudi Arabia

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 Saudi Arabia have a recreational use program?

No, Saudi Arabia does not have a recreational use program. The possession, sale, and consumption of cannabis are all illegal in the nation, which has a zero-tolerance policy towards it.

If you are found in possession of cannabis, you may be subject to harsh fines, jail time, and even physical punishment. Saudi Arabia continues to oppose the use of cannabis recreationally and has not indicated that it would consider legalizing it.

Does Saudi Arabia have a medical program?

No, Saudi Arabia does not have a medical use program. Patients who use medicinal cannabis could be severely prosecuted if they are caught using or possessing it.

 

What are the rules for medical use?

There is no medical use program in Saudi Arabia.

 

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

There is no medical use program in Saudi Arabia.

What are the medical program limits?

There is no medical use program in Saudi Arabia.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There is no medical use program in Saudi Arabia.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

There is no medical use program in Saudi Arabia. 

Is CBD legal in Saudi Arabia?

No, CBD is not legal in Saudi Arabia. In Saudi Arabia, cannabis, along with any of its plant parts and derivatives, are classified as narcotic drugs. It is against the law to possess, sell, produce, or use any form of cannabis. This covers both cannabidiol (CBD) and medical marijuana.

 

Is cannabis decriminalized in Saudi Arabia?

No, cannabis is not decriminalized in Saudi Arabia. Possession of cannabis for personal use carries a maximum sentence of six months in jail, with whippings potential for first-time offenders.

More serious drug offenses, like dealing, carry a maximum 10-year prison sentence in addition to whipping. Drug traffickers and repeat offenders may face sentences of up to death by beheading.

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