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Cannabis and hemp laws
Philippines
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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Common questions
Is marijuana legal in the Philippines?
Recreational cannabis is illegal in the Philippines and classified as a dangerous drug under Republic Act No. 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Is CBD legal in the Philippines?
CBD in the Philippines is illegal for general use and classified alongside cannabis under Republic Act No. 9165. The Food and Drug Administration of the Philippines (FDA-PH) has issued repeated advisories, including FDA Advisory No. 2019-401, warning consumers that CBD products are unregistered and unauthorised.
Is hemp legal in the Philippines?
Hemp is illegal in the Philippines and is not legally distinguished from marijuana under Republic Act No. 9165. All Cannabis sativa varieties, regardless of THC content, fall within the statutory definition of "dangerous drug" administered by the Dangerous Drugs Board.
Can you travel to the Philippines with cannabis or CBD?
Import and export of cannabis in any form is prohibited under RA 9165. Consumer CBD imports are prohibited.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Seed Legality
Cannabis and its seeds are dangerous drugs under RA 9165; cultivation carries life imprisonment and no seed market exists.
Hemp seeds
Illegal
Marijuana seeds
Illegal
Sale
Illegal
Transacting
Illegal
Gifting
Illegal
Republic Act No. 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, classifies marijuana as a dangerous drug and Section 16 punishes planting or cultivating it — conduct that necessarily covers germinating seeds — with life imprisonment and fines up to PHP 10 million. Possession of under 300 grams can bring twelve years to life, and medical intent is no defence. The Medical Cannabis Act (House Bill 10439) passed the House in February 2024, but its Senate counterpart remained at committee level as of early 2026, leaving no lawful channel for viable cannabis or hemp seed.
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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.