Haiti

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

Haiti prohibits cannabis under its penal code and the 2001 anti-drug trafficking law, though enforcement is extremely limited due to the country's ongoing security and governance challenges. Cannabis is widely grown and consumed despite its illegal status.

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Regulator

Bureau de Lutte contre le Trafic de Stupefiants

Key Legislation

Law on Drug Trafficking and the Illicit Use of Substances

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Cannabis possession and cultivation are illegal under Haitian law with penalties including imprisonment, though enforcement is minimal
Haiti is a transit country for drug trafficking in the Caribbean, and cannabis is widely cultivated in rural mountainous areas
The Bureau de Lutte contre le Trafic de Stupefiants (BLTS) is responsible for drug enforcement but operates with extremely limited resources
Cannabis (locally called 'djamba') is deeply embedded in Haitian culture, with some traditional and spiritual uses in Vodou practices
Political instability, natural disasters, and security crises have prevented any meaningful drug policy reform or modernization efforts

Key Legislation

Law on Drug Trafficking and the Illicit Use of Substances (2001)

Regulatory Body

Bureau de Lutte contre le Trafic de Stupefiants (BLTS) / Haitian National Police

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Caribbean

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

Haitian National Police

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.