Is CBD Legal in Mauritius?

May 29, 2026

CBD is illegal in Mauritius under the Dangerous Drugs Act 2000. No Pharmacy Board registration; imports seized at SSR Airport. Detailed status.

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Mauritius

Cannabis & Hemp Overview

CBD is illegal in Mauritius for general retail. Section 2 of the Dangerous Drugs Act 2000 defines cannabis to include any preparation containing tetrahydrocannabinol or cannabinol, and the Pharmacy Board has not issued a separate carve-out for cannabidiol.

Imports of CBD oils, tinctures, gummies, and cosmetics through DHL, FedEx, and the Mauritius Post hub at Plaine Lauzun are routinely intercepted by Customs and ADSU. The Pharmacy Act 1983 requires registration of medicinal products with the Pharmacy Board, and no CBD product has been registered. Epidyolex and Sativex are not on the National Essential Medicines List. The Ministry of Health and Wellness has formed a working group to study medical cannabis, but as of 2026 no enabling regulation has been gazetted.

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

Mauritius

Cannabis & Hemp Key Facts

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Legal Status of:  
CBD

Illegal

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Governing Body

Pharmacy Board; Ministry of Health and Wellness

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Potency/ Product Limits

Prohibited

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Regulating Entity

Dangerous Drugs Act 2000; Pharmacy Act 1983

Import Export Rules for the Country

CBD imports are not authorized by the Pharmacy Board. Parcels are intercepted at Plaine Lauzun and the SSR International Airport courier hub. No commercial export channel exists.

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