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Croatia

Croatia legalized medical cannabis in 2015 through amendments to the Act on the Lists of Narcotic Drugs. Patients can access cannabis-based products through pharmacies with a specialist prescription. The domestic market remains small but is growing with recent cultivation license issuances.

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Regulator
HALMED
Key Legislation
Act on Lists of Narcotic Drugs, Amendment
Year Legalized
2015
Program Size
Small but growing; pharmacy-based dis...

Key Facts

  • Medical cannabis was legalized by parliamentary amendment in October 2015
  • Only specialist physicians can prescribe; conditions include MS, cancer, epilepsy, and AIDS
  • Cannabis products are dispensed through pharmacies and are not covered by health insurance
  • Croatia issued its first domestic cultivation license in 2019
  • THC and CBD products must meet HALMED pharmaceutical quality standards

Key Legislation

Act on Lists of Narcotic Drugs, Amendment (2015)

Regulatory Body

HALMED (Agency for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices)

Country Info
ISO Code
HR
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 2 — Emerging
Status
Emerging Program
Sources
HALMED Official Site
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.