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Cannabis and hemp laws
Afghanistan
Cannabis illegal for recreational and medical use; CBD and hemp illegal
Adult use
Illegal
Medical
Illegal
Last reviewed
May 29, 2026
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FAQ
Common questions
Is marijuana legal in Afghanistan?
Cannabis is illegal in Afghanistan. The Taliban-led Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, which retook power in August 2021, has emphasized strict prohibition of intoxicants under its interpretation of Sharia.
Is CBD legal in Afghanistan?
CBD has no separate legal recognition in Afghanistan. Cannabinoid products are treated under the broader prohibition of cannabis material.
Is hemp legal in Afghanistan?
Industrial hemp is not legally distinguished from cannabis in Afghanistan. Afghanistan has historically grown Cannabis sativa subspecies indica for hashish production, particularly in northern provinces, but no licensed industrial hemp program has been authorized.
Can you travel to Afghanistan with cannabis or CBD?
Cannabis import and export are prohibited. CBD imports are not permitted.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Seed Legality
Taliban decrees (April 2022; No. 510 of 2023) ban cannabis cultivation, hashish and all narcotics trade outright.
Hemp seeds
Illegal
Marijuana seeds
Illegal
Sale
Illegal
Transacting
Illegal
Gifting
Illegal
The Taliban's April 2022 decree banned cultivation and production of narcotic crops and the use, trade and transport of all illegal narcotics, and a follow-up decree (No. 510, March 2023) specifically outlawed cannabis cultivation and hashish production nationwide, enforced through crop eradication and Sharia-based penalties including imprisonment and flogging. No exemption exists for low-THC hemp, seed supply or any licensing scheme, so dealing in viable cannabis seed for planting is prohibited across the board. Enforcement is uneven — hashish output reportedly continues at reduced volumes amid rural poverty — but there has been no legal relaxation as of 2026.
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This section is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Seed laws change frequently — verify current law with qualified counsel before making decisions.