Is CBD Legal in Vanuatu?
May 29, 2026
CBD is illegal for consumer use in Vanuatu. The Medicinal Cannabis Act 2018 permits licensed export only. Full 2026 compliance guide.
CBD is illegal for consumer use in Vanuatu. The Medicinal Cannabis Act 2018 permits licensed export only. Full 2026 compliance guide.
CBD is illegal in Vanuatu for general consumer use. The Dangerous Drugs Act controls cannabis without a cannabidiol exemption for retail sale, and the Ministry of Health pharmaceutical registry contains no approved CBD medicines for prescription dispensing.
The Medicinal Cannabis Act 2018 permits licensed cultivation and export of cannabis and CBD products primarily for international markets, not domestic retail. CBD oils, tinctures, and gummies sold to consumers without prescription remain unlawful, and Vanuatu Customs at Bauerfield International Airport seizes CBD products imported by tourists. Penalties under the Dangerous Drugs Act apply, including 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.
Illegal
Ministry of Health; Vanuatu Police Force
Prohibited for retail; licensed export only
Dangerous Drugs Act, Cap. 12; Medicinal Cannabis Act 2018
CBD imports for consumer use are prohibited. Licensed medicinal cannabis exporters operating under the 2018 Act may ship CBD products to approved markets such as Australia and New Zealand. Customs seizes CBD products carried by passengers at Bauerfield International Airport.
