Tonga
Is CBD Legal in Tonga?
Status
Illegal
Covers
Jurisdiction
Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
CBD is illegal in Tonga. The Illicit Drugs Control Act 2003 controls cannabis without a cannabidiol exemption, and the Tonga Ministry of Health pharmaceutical registry contains no approved CBD-containing medicines, including Epidyolex.
CBD oils, tinctures, gummies, and topicals are treated as Class A illicit drugs regardless of THC content. Tonga Customs at Fua'amotu International Airport routinely seizes CBD products from passengers arriving on Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways flights. Penalties under the Illicit Drugs Control Act include fines and imprisonment.
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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Tonga
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Prohibited
Regulator
Ministry of Health; Tonga Police
Key regulation
Illicit Drugs Control Act 2003
Effective
July 25, 2003
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
CBD imports are prohibited. Tonga Customs treats CBD as a controlled cannabis derivative regardless of THC content. Travelers from New Zealand, Australia, or the United States with CBD products face seizure and prosecution at Fua'amotu International Airport.
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