JurisdictionsTopicsUpdatesWorkflowsCompareChat with ExpertMarketplacePricing
🇨🇷
RestrictedCentral America

Costa Rica

Costa Rica approved a hemp and medical cannabis law in March 2022 (Law 10113), allowing cultivation, industrialization, and medical use of cannabis with THC limits. The law creates a framework for licenses but implementing regulations are still being developed by the Ministry of Health.

Ask the Expert about Costa Rica
Regulator
Ministry of Health
Key Legislation
Law 10113
Year Legalized
2022
Program Size
Pre-implementation; regulatory framew...

Key Facts

  • Law 10113 authorizes hemp cultivation, medical cannabis, and cannabis-derived product manufacturing
  • The Ministry of Health is responsible for developing implementing regulations
  • The law permits licensed cultivation for medical, therapeutic, and industrial purposes
  • Recreational use is not covered by the law and remains prohibited
  • Costa Rica’s biodiversity and climate are seen as advantages for cannabis cultivation

Key Legislation

Law 10113 (March 2022)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Health (Ministerio de Salud)

Country Info
ISO Code
CR
Region
Central America
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Restricted
Sources
Ministry of Health Costa Rica
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.