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Cannabis — ProhibitedEurope

Monaco

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

Monaco strictly prohibits cannabis under its penal code and drug control laws. As a small city-state closely aligned with France, Monaco maintains zero-tolerance drug policies with severe penalties for possession, use, and trafficking of all cannabis products.

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Regulator
Direction de la Surete Publique
Key Legislation
Law No. 890 on Narcotic Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is fully illegal in Monaco under Law No. 890 of 1970, which governs all narcotic substances including cannabis and its derivatives
  • Possession of even small amounts of cannabis can result in imprisonment of one to five years and substantial fines
  • Monaco's legal framework on narcotics is closely aligned with French drug law, though Monaco maintains its own independent judicial system
  • The principality's small size and extensive police presence result in strict enforcement of drug laws
  • There is no medical cannabis program and no public or legislative discussion of cannabis reform in Monaco

Key Legislation

Law No. 890 on Narcotic Substances (1970)

Regulatory Body

Direction de la Surete Publique (Department of Public Safety)

Country Info
ISO Code
MC
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Government of Monaco — Legal Framework
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.