Is Weed Legal in Croatia?

Recreational cannabis is illegal in Croatia. The Act on the Suppression of Drug Abuse (Zakon o suzbijanju zlouporabe droga, NN 107/01 with subsequent amendments) classifies cannabis, cannabis resin, and THC as controlled narcotic substances. Possession for personal use is treated as a misdemeanour under Article 54 of the Act, carrying fines from 700 to 2,650 EUR. Production, sale, and trafficking are criminal offences under Article 190 of the Criminal Code (Kazneni zakon), with penalties ranging from six months to twelve years imprisonment depending on quantity and aggravating circumstances.

Medical cannabis became accessible in October 2015 after the Ministry of Health amended the controlled substances list and adopted the Ordinance on the Conditions for Prescribing and Dispensing Medicines Containing THC. Patients with cancer, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, AIDS, and certain other indications can receive cannabis-based preparations on prescription, dispensed through pharmacies. The Agency for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices (HALMED) authorises specific products, and prescriptions are limited to 7.5 grams of THC per month. Sativex is registered; magistral preparations are also permitted. Home cultivation remains prohibited regardless of medical status.

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