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Cannabis — ProhibitedAsia-Pacific

Brunei

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

Cannabis is strictly prohibited in Brunei under the Misuse of Drugs Act, which imposes some of the harshest drug penalties in the world, including the death penalty for trafficking. There is no distinction between medical and recreational cannabis, and all forms of use are criminalized.

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Regulator
Narcotics Control Bureau
Key Legislation
Misuse of Drugs Act
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Trafficking more than 500 grams of cannabis carries a mandatory death penalty under the Misuse of Drugs Act
  • Simple possession of cannabis can result in up to 10 years imprisonment and mandatory caning
  • Brunei's Sharia Penal Code, implemented in stages from 2014, reinforces strict moral prohibitions that encompass drug use
  • The Narcotics Control Bureau conducts enforcement operations and mandatory drug testing programs, including random workplace testing
  • There is no public movement or legislative discussion toward any form of cannabis legalization or decriminalization in Brunei

Key Legislation

Misuse of Drugs Act (Chapter 27, revised 1984, amended)

Regulatory Body

Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB); Royal Brunei Police Force

Country Info
ISO Code
BN
Region
Asia-Pacific
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Attorney General's Chambers — Laws of Brunei
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.