Guyana
Is CBD Legal in Guyana?
Status
Illegal
Covers
Jurisdiction
Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is illegal in Guyana. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act makes no exception for cannabidiol, and the Government Analyst Food and Drug Department (GAFDD) has not authorized CBD products for sale, import, or medical use.
No THC threshold separates hemp-derived CBD from full-spectrum cannabis under Guyanese law. Pharmacies cannot stock CBD oils, and online orders are intercepted by CANU at the parcel post facility. The 2021 cannabis reform did not address CBD; advocacy groups including the Caribbean Collective for Justice continue to lobby for medical access, but no draft bill is before Parliament as of 2026.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.
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Guyana
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Prohibited
Regulator
Government Analyst Food and Drug Department (GAFDD); CANU
Key regulation
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act 1988
Effective
April 15, 1988
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports are not permitted. GAFDD does not issue product registrations for CBD, and CANU treats inbound CBD parcels as controlled substances.
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