Egypt
Is CBD Legal in Egypt?
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Illegal
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Last updated
August 6, 2026
The short answer
Last reviewed: August 6, 2026
CBD is illegal in Egypt. The Anti-Narcotics Law No. 182 of 1960 lists cannabis and its extracts as banned substances without distinguishing between THC and other cannabinoids, so hemp-derived oils, isolates, and topicals all fall inside the prohibition.
The Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA, the regulator that replaced the Central Administration of Pharmaceutical Affairs) has not registered any cannabidiol product, and pharmacies do not stock Epidyolex or comparable medicines. Travelers carrying CBD oils, gummies, or vape cartridges face seizure and prosecution under the same articles applied to THC-containing cannabis, with possession exposing defendants to multi-year sentences. Customs officers do not recognize US or EU hemp-derived exemptions.
Online retail of CBD products into Egypt is blocked by customs, and no domestic e-commerce channel exists.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.
Key facts ·
Egypt
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Zero tolerance
Regulator
Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA); Ministry of Interior
Key regulation
Anti-Narcotics Law No. 182 of 1960
Effective
December 22, 1960
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports are banned. No customs exception applies to low-THC or isolate products, and personal-use declarations are routinely rejected.
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