Syria
Is CBD Legal in Syria?
Status
Illegal
Covers
Jurisdiction
Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is illegal in Syria. The 1993 narcotics decree does not distinguish cannabidiol from other cannabis-derived substances, and the Syrian Ministry of Health has registered no CBD pharmaceutical product.
Imports of CBD oils, tinctures, and cosmetics are blocked at Damascus International Airport and Latakia port. Travelers attempting to carry CBD risk seizure and prosecution. The transitional government has signaled no policy reform on cannabidiol, and pharmacy regulation under the Ministry of Health continues to treat all cannabis derivatives as controlled narcotics.
The post-2024 transition has created significant legal uncertainty; the underlying statute remains in force but enforcement priorities, agency structures, and penalty practice may change. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.
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Syria
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Prohibited
Regulator
Ministry of Health; National Anti-Drug Committee
Key regulation
Legislative Decree No. 2 of 1993 on Narcotic Drugs
Effective
January 1, 1993
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports are prohibited. Damascus International Airport customs treats any cannabis-derived product as a controlled narcotic, and there is no Ministry of Health import authorization route for cannabidiol.
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