Is Hemp Legal in Antigua and Barbuda?

Industrial hemp is legal in Antigua and Barbuda under the Cannabis Act, 2018. The Act treats hemp as a class of cannabis subject to MCA licensing, and cultivation, processing, and product licenses are issued by the Medicinal Cannabis Authority for fiber, seed, and cannabinoid-derived end products.

The framework does not impose a fixed THC threshold equivalent to the EU 0.3 percent or U.S. 0.3 percent lines; instead, the MCA approves cultivars and end products case by case, including industrial hemp varieties registered for fiber and grain production. Licensed farmers in St. Philip and St. George parishes have piloted small-acreage hemp grows. Finished hemp products such as seed oil, protein powder, and textiles are imported through licensed channels, and the MCA has signaled interest in hemp-based construction materials for hurricane-resistant housing. The export pathway runs through MCA Schedule 4 permits.

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.