Legal status of marijuana in Syria


Legal status of marijuana in Syria
Luke Sumpter

Find out about the legal status of medical and recreational marijuana in Syria. Is marijuana illegal? Better safe than sorry!

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN SYRIA

The production, sale and possession of any form of medicinal marijuana products are illegal in Syria.

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA IN SYRIA

The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis for recreational purposes are illegal in Syria.

Syria is known for its harsh penalties for any drug related crimes. Possession of cannabis is considered a serious crime and can lead to severe punishment. There are cases in the past where offenders have been sentenced to life imprisonment.

We are not aware of any possible law changes in the (near) future in Syria regarding medical and/or recreational cannabis.

Luke Sumpter
Luke Sumpter

Luke has worked as a cannabis journalist and health science researcher for the past seven years. Over this time, he’s developed an advanced understanding of endocannabinoid system science, cannabis phytochemistry, and cultivation techniques.