Republic of the Congo
Is Hemp Legal in Republic of the Congo?
Status
Illegal
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Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
Industrial hemp is not authorised in the Republic of the Congo. The Ministere de l'Agriculture, de l'Elevage et de la Peche has no licensing framework for Cannabis sativa L., and Loi 67-2011 captures all cannabis biomass regardless of THC content.
No public licensing initiative has been announced. Congo-Brazzaville's agricultural focus rests on cassava, plantain, palm oil, and timber. Hemp reform has not entered legislative debate in the Assemblee Nationale or the Senat.
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 ·
Republic of the Congo
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Prohibited
Regulator
Ministere de l'Agriculture, de l'Elevage et de la Peche; Direction de la Pharmacie
Key regulation
Loi N degrees 67-2011 relative a la lutte contre la drogue
Effective
January 1, 2011
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
Hemp import and export are prohibited. Congolese customs apply controlled-substance rules to all Cannabis sativa material. No commercial hemp trade is permitted.
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