Is Weed Legal in Jordan?

Last reviewed: August 6, 2026

Recreational marijuana is illegal in Jordan. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law No. 23 of 2016 criminalizes possession, use, cultivation, sale, and trafficking of cannabis, replacing earlier 1988 legislation with stricter penalties.

First-time users may be referred to treatment instead of prosecution under the 2016 law; repeat personal-possession convictions carry roughly three months to two years' imprisonment plus fines of JOD 1,000-3,000 (about USD 1,400-4,200). Dealing carries 10 to 20 years, and trafficking can result in life imprisonment or, in aggravated cases, the death penalty. The Anti-Narcotics Department (AND) of the Public Security Directorate leads enforcement and has intensified operations along the Syrian border, where Captagon and cannabis smuggling routes converge. Queen Alia International Airport screens with K-9 and body scanners. Jordan's status as a regional transit corridor — particularly for Lebanese hashish — drives aggressive border enforcement at Jaber (Syria) and the King Hussein Bridge (West Bank).

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