Is Weed Legal in Seychelles?

Recreational marijuana is illegal in Seychelles. The Misuse of Drugs Act 2016 (Act 5 of 2016) repealed the 1990 statute and reclassified cannabis as a Class B drug under Schedule 1.

Section 7 punishes possession of up to 25 grams of cannabis flower or 5 grams of cannabis resin as a summary offence with a fine of up to 50,000 rupees and imprisonment for up to 5 years, but practice treats first-time small-quantity possession with diversion to the Agency for the Prevention of Drug Abuse and Rehabilitation (APDAR). Trafficking under Sections 5 and 6, including a presumption above 25 grams, carries imprisonment for life and fines up to 750,000 rupees. The Anti-Narcotics Bureau (ANB) leads enforcement and the Supreme Court adjudicates trafficking cases. A 2017 amendment opened limited diversion for users; the 2022 Drug Master Plan still bars cultivation and supply.

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