Turkmenistan
Is Hemp Legal in Turkmenistan?
Status
Illegal
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Last updated
May 29, 2026
The short answer
Industrial hemp is illegal in Turkmenistan. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection does not register hemp varieties for commercial cultivation, and the 2008 narcotics law applies to the whole Cannabis sativa plant without a low-THC exemption.
Any cultivation falls under Article 293 of the Criminal Code with 3 to 10 years' imprisonment, escalating to 12 to 20 years for large-scale activity. Hemp seed, fiber, and hemp food imports are not approved by the State Customs Service.
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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Turkmenistan
Key facts
Rules at a glance
THC limit
Prohibited
Regulator
Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection; State Customs Service
Key regulation
Law No. 99-IV of 2008 on Narcotic Drugs; Criminal Code Article 293
Effective
January 1, 2008
Adult-use cannabis
Illegal
Medical cannabis
Illegal
For brands and importers
Import and export rules
Hemp imports are prohibited. No industrial hemp variety catalogue exists, and the State Customs Service blocks hemp seed and fiber consignments. No domestic licensing framework is available.
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