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Cannabis — Emerging ProgramCaribbean

Barbados

Barbados enacted the Medicinal Cannabis Industry Act in 2019, creating a comprehensive framework for medical cannabis cultivation, processing, and export. The Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority (BMCLA) was established to oversee licensing, with a focus on building an export-oriented industry alongside domestic patient access.

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Regulator
Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority
Key Legislation
Medicinal Cannabis Industry Act, 2019
Year Legalized
2019 (medical cannabis framework)
Program Size
Developing; focused on cultivation an...

Key Facts

  • The 2019 Act created a full regulatory framework covering cultivation, processing, transport, dispensing, and research licenses
  • Barbados positioned its medical cannabis industry primarily for export to international pharmaceutical markets
  • Personal possession of up to 14 grams was decriminalized, and adults may grow up to four plants per household
  • License applicants must include Barbadian nationals as significant stakeholders, promoting local ownership
  • The CARICOM Cannabis Commission, which Barbados helped champion, has advocated for a regional approach to cannabis regulation across the Caribbean

Key Legislation

Medicinal Cannabis Industry Act, 2019

Regulatory Body

Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority (BMCLA)

Country Info
ISO Code
BB
Region
Caribbean
Tier
Tier 2 — Emerging
Status
Cannabis — Emerging Program
Sources
Barbados Parliament — Medicinal Cannabis Industry ActGovernment of Barbados
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.