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Norway

Norway allows medical cannabis on an individual exemption basis through the Norwegian Medicines Agency (NoMA). There is no formal medical cannabis program; physicians can apply for individual licenses for products like Sativex. A drug reform proposal for decriminalization was narrowly rejected by Parliament in 2021.

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Regulator
Norwegian Medicines Agency
Key Legislation
Medicines Act; Individual License Exemptions via NoMA
Year Legalized
N/A (individual exemptions only)
Program Size
Very limited; individual exemption basis

Key Facts

  • No formal medical cannabis program exists — access is via individual NoMA exemptions
  • Sativex (nabiximols) is the most commonly prescribed cannabis medicine
  • A 2021 drug reform bill proposing decriminalization was narrowly defeated in Parliament
  • Norway follows strict pharmaceutical-only approach to cannabis medicines
  • Recreational cannabis remains fully illegal with criminal penalties

Key Legislation

Medicines Act; Individual License Exemptions via NoMA

Regulatory Body

Norwegian Medicines Agency (NoMA / Statens legemiddelverk)

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Country Info
ISO Code
NO
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Restricted
Sources
NoMA (Norwegian Medicines Agency)
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.