Is CBD Legal in Jordan?

May 29, 2026

CBD is illegal in Jordan. JFDA does not register CBD products. No THC threshold; foreign prescriptions including Epidiolex are not honored.

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Jordan

Cannabis & Hemp Overview

CBD is illegal in Jordan. The Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) does not register CBD products, and Law No. 23 of 2016 treats all cannabis derivatives uniformly without recognizing a hemp-CBD threshold.

No THC limit creates legality under Jordanian law; CBD oils, capsules, gummies, and topicals are treated as controlled substances. Customs at Queen Alia International Airport seize CBD products from arriving travelers, and the AND can refer cases for criminal prosecution. Pharmacies under the Jordan Pharmacists Association do not stock CBD; foreign prescriptions including Epidiolex are not honored without JFDA pre-authorization, which has not been documented as granted for recreational or general wellness use. The Royal Medical Services apply the same rules.

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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Cannabis & Hemp Key Facts

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Legal Status of:  
CBD

Illegal

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Governing Body

Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA); AND

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Potency/ Product Limits

Prohibited

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Regulating Entity

Law No. 23 of 2016

Import Export Rules for the Country

CBD imports are not authorized. JFDA has not issued product registrations and Jordan Customs Department intercepts CBD parcels at Queen Alia and Aqaba ports of entry.

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