Bosnia and Herzegovina

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

Cannabis is fully prohibited in Bosnia and Herzegovina under the Criminal Code and entity-level drug laws. Both the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska criminalize possession, sale, and cultivation. There is no medical or recreational cannabis framework.

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Regulator

Ministry of Security; Entity-level Ministries of Interior

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Possession of cannabis for personal use can result in fines or imprisonment of up to one year under entity criminal codes
Drug trafficking offenses carry sentences of 1 to 10 years, with enhanced penalties for organized trafficking operations
Bosnia and Herzegovina's complex governance structure means drug enforcement is split between state, entity, and cantonal police forces
The country is situated on Balkan trafficking routes, making cannabis smuggling a significant law enforcement concern
There is limited public discourse on cannabis reform, and no legislative proposals for decriminalization or medical use have advanced

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Bosnia and Herzegovina (2003, amended); Law on Prevention and Suppression of Abuse of Narcotic Drugs

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Security; Entity-level Ministries of Interior (FBiH and RS)

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Europe

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina

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.