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Cannabis and hemp laws
North Macedonia
Recreational cannabis illegal, medical legal; CBD and hemp legal
Adult use
Illegal
Medical
Legal
Last reviewed
May 29, 2026
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FAQ
Common questions
Is marijuana legal in North Macedonia?
Recreational cannabis is illegal in North Macedonia, while medical cannabis is regulated and the country has built a substantial export-oriented cultivation industry.
Is CBD legal in North Macedonia?
CBD is legal in North Macedonia under the 2016 amendments to the Law on Control of Narcotic Drugs. The Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (MALMED) registers CBD-containing pharmaceutical products, and a defined medical framework allows licensed pharmacies to dispense CBD oils with a doctor's prescription.
Is hemp legal in North Macedonia?
Industrial hemp is legal in North Macedonia under the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy. Cultivation requires registration with the Ministry and use of certified seed varieties from the EU Common Catalogue.
Can you travel to North Macedonia with cannabis or CBD?
North Macedonia is a significant medical cannabis exporter to EU markets, particularly Germany. MALMED-licensed producers export CBD isolate and full-spectrum extracts to EU markets under GMP standards.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Seed Legality
Seeds move only under Ministry of Health licences and import permits; individuals have no legal seed access.
Hemp seeds
Restricted
Marijuana seeds
Restricted
Sale
Restricted
Transacting
Illegal
Gifting
Illegal
The 2016 amendments to the Law on Control of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances legalized cannabis cultivation for medical and scientific purposes by legal entities licensed by the Ministry of Health with prior Government consent, and defined hemp and hemp seed products for the first time. Licensed cultivators import seeds and plants only under separate import/export permits, and roughly 100 companies now hold cannabis licences; 2021 amendments added dried-flower export. There is no channel for private individuals to buy, hold or gift viable seeds, and low-THC hemp growing likewise requires ministry approval under the same narcotics-control framework.
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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.