Hungary
Is CBD Legal in Hungary?
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Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is legal in Hungary as a consumer product when derived from EU-approved industrial hemp varieties containing less than 0.2% THC. Hungary follows EU Common Catalogue rules and Regulation (EU) 2021/2115 (revising the threshold to 0.3% for agricultural support purposes), with the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) overseeing food and cosmetic compliance. CBD oils, cosmetics, and topicals are widely sold in pharmacies, health-food retailers, and specialist shops.
Ingestible CBD products are technically subject to EU Novel Food authorisation under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283, and Nébih has issued guidance aligning with European Commission positions. CBD medicines such as Epidyolex are regulated by the National Centre for Public Health and Pharmacy (OGYÉI) and dispensed by prescription. CBD products marketed with medical claims without authorisation are subject to enforcement action.
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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Hungary
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
0.2% (consumer CBD); 0.3% (industrial hemp agricultural support)
Regulator
National Centre for Public Health and Pharmacy (OGYÉI); National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih)
Key regulation
EU Novel Food Regulation (EU) 2015/2283; Regulation (EU) 2021/2115
Effective
January 1, 2023
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Limited
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD products complying with EU THC thresholds may be freely traded within the EU single market. Imports from third countries require customs clearance and Novel Food compliance for ingestible products.
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