Azerbaijan

Medical cannabis is prohibited in Azerbaijan. Severe criminal penalties may apply for possession, use, or trafficking.

Azerbaijan maintains strict cannabis prohibition under its criminal code, with harsh penalties for possession, cultivation, and trafficking. The government takes a zero-tolerance approach to drug offenses, and cannabis-related convictions carry mandatory prison sentences. There is no medical cannabis framework and no reform discussion.

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Regulator

State Commission for Combating Drug Abuse and Illicit Drug Trafficking; Ministry of Internal Affairs

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Azerbaijan

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Possession of cannabis for personal use carries penalties of 1 to 3 years imprisonment, or compulsory treatment for first-time offenders
Drug trafficking carries sentences of 5 to 12 years, with aggravated offenses punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment
Azerbaijan's location on drug transit routes from Central Asia to Europe has made anti-narcotics enforcement a national security priority
The State Commission coordinates inter-agency drug enforcement and reports to the Cabinet of Ministers
There is no medical cannabis legislation, and public discussion of drug policy reform is extremely limited under Azerbaijan's political system

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Azerbaijan (Articles 234-241 on Drug Offenses); Law on Narcotic Drugs, Psychotropic Substances and Precursors (2005)

Regulatory Body

State Commission for Combating Drug Abuse and Illicit Drug Trafficking; Ministry of Internal Affairs

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Asia-Pacific

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan

Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.