Mozambique
Is CBD Legal in Mozambique?
Status
Illegal
Covers
Jurisdiction
Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is illegal for retail in Mozambique. Lei 3/97 does not exempt cannabidiol, and the Autoridade Reguladora do Medicamento (ARMED) has not authorised consumer or pharmaceutical CBD products. No low-THC threshold exists.
Pharmacies in Maputo, Beira, and Pemba do not stock CBD oils or topicals. Customs at Maputo International Airport seize commercial and personal CBD shipments. Travelers from South Africa — where CBD is sold openly under SAHPRA's exemption — should not assume cross-border tolerance.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.
Key facts ·
Mozambique
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
No exemption
Regulator
Autoridade Reguladora do Medicamento (ARMED); Ministerio da Saude
Key regulation
Lei N degrees 3/97 de 13 de Marco
Effective
March 13, 1997
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports and exports are not authorised. ARMED does not register cannabinoid products, and Mozambican customs apply the same narcotic controls as for cannabis. Travelers carrying CBD risk seizure and prosecution.
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