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Cannabis — ProhibitedOceania

Fiji

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

Fiji strictly prohibits cannabis under its Illicit Drugs Control Act 2004, which imposes severe penalties for possession, cultivation, and trafficking. Cannabis (locally known as 'waka ni vavalagi') remains the most commonly used illicit drug in the Pacific island nation.

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Regulator
Fiji Police Force / Ministry of Health and Medical Services
Key Legislation
Illicit Drugs Control Act 2004
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Possession of cannabis carries penalties of up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to FJD 10,000 under the Illicit Drugs Control Act
  • Cultivation of cannabis is punishable by up to life imprisonment, reflecting Fiji's extremely harsh drug laws
  • Cannabis is the most widely used illicit substance in Fiji, with cultivation occurring in remote highland and island areas
  • The Fiji Police Force conducts regular eradication operations targeting cannabis plantations in rural areas
  • There is no medical cannabis program and no significant public or legislative movement toward cannabis reform in Fiji

Key Legislation

Illicit Drugs Control Act 2004

Regulatory Body

Fiji Police Force / Ministry of Health and Medical Services

Country Info
ISO Code
FJ
Region
Oceania
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Fiji Government Official Website
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.