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Cannabis — ProhibitedAsia-Pacific

Cambodia

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

Cannabis is illegal in Cambodia under the Law on Drug Control of 2012, which prohibits possession, use, cultivation, and trafficking. Despite the legal prohibition, cannabis has a long cultural history in Cambodian cuisine and traditional medicine, and enforcement has historically been inconsistent.

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Regulator
National Authority for Combating Drugs
Key Legislation
Law on Drug Control
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • The 2012 Drug Control Law classifies cannabis as a Schedule I substance, with possession penalties including 1 to 5 years imprisonment
  • Trafficking offenses carry sentences of 5 to 30 years, with life imprisonment possible for large-scale operations
  • Cannabis has been traditionally used in Cambodian cooking (notably in soups and herbal remedies) for generations, creating a cultural disconnect with modern prohibition
  • Enforcement has historically been lax, particularly in tourist areas, though periodic crackdowns occur under government anti-drug campaigns
  • The National Authority for Combating Drugs (NACD) has intensified anti-drug campaigns in recent years, but no medical cannabis legislation has been proposed

Key Legislation

Law on Drug Control (2012)

Regulatory Body

National Authority for Combating Drugs (NACD); Ministry of Interior

Country Info
ISO Code
KH
Region
Asia-Pacific
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
National Authority for Combating Drugs — Cambodia
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.