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Cannabis — RestrictedEurope

Estonia

Estonia maintains strict cannabis prohibition with no legal framework for medical or recreational use. Cannabis is classified as a narcotic substance under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, and possession, cultivation, and distribution are criminal offenses. Small amounts for personal use may be treated as misdemeanors rather than criminal offenses, but Estonia has shown no significant movement toward liberalization.

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Regulator
State Agency of Medicines
Key Legislation
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act
Year Legalized
N/A (fully prohibited)
Program Size
No legal cannabis program; fully proh...

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I narcotic substance with no recognized medical use under Estonian law
  • Possession of small amounts for personal use is treated as a misdemeanor with fines up to €1,200 or detention up to 30 days
  • Larger quantities trigger criminal charges under the Penal Code with penalties of up to 10 years imprisonment for trafficking
  • The State Agency of Medicines (Ravimiamet) oversees pharmaceutical regulation but has not approved any cannabis-based medicines
  • Estonia has one of the stricter drug policies in the EU, though harm reduction programs exist for other substances

Key Legislation

Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NPSA, 1997, amended); Penal Code

Regulatory Body

State Agency of Medicines (Ravimiamet); Ministry of Social Affairs

Country Info
ISO Code
EE
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Cannabis — Restricted
Sources
State Agency of Medicines (Ravimiamet)Estonian Ministry of Social Affairs
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.