Saudi Arabia
Is CBD Legal in Saudi Arabia?
Status
Illegal
Covers
Jurisdiction
Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is illegal in Saudi Arabia. The Law of Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances treats cannabis and its derivatives as banned without distinguishing THC from cannabidiol, so hemp-derived oils, isolates, and topicals all fall inside the prohibition.
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has not authorized any CBD product as a medicine, supplement, or cosmetic. Pharmacies do not stock Epidyolex, and travelers carrying CBD oils, gummies, or vape cartridges face seizure at customs and prosecution under the same articles that govern THC-containing cannabis. Even products labeled THC-free are routinely treated as cannabis pending laboratory confirmation, with detention common while testing proceeds.
Online retail of CBD products into the Kingdom is blocked by customs, and no exemption applies to personal-use quantities or low-cannabinoid wellness products.
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 ·
Saudi Arabia
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Zero tolerance
Regulator
Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA); General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC)
Key regulation
Law of Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances (Royal Decree M/39, 2005)
Effective
July 10, 2005
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports are banned. No customs exception applies to low-THC or isolate products, and personal-use declarations are routinely rejected.
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