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Cannabis — ProhibitedMENA

Oman

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

Oman maintains strict prohibition of cannabis under the Law on Combating Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Royal Decree 17/1999). The sultanate imposes severe penalties for drug offenses, including lengthy prison sentences and deportation for foreign nationals, reflecting the broader Gulf Cooperation Council approach to narcotics enforcement.

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Regulator
Royal Oman Police — General Directorate of Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, and the Ministry of Health
Key Legislation
Law on Combating Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I narcotic under Royal Decree 17/1999, with all forms of possession, use, cultivation, and trafficking strictly prohibited
  • Penalties for cannabis possession include 1 to 3 years imprisonment and fines of 1,000 to 10,000 Omani Rials; trafficking can result in 3 to 15 years imprisonment or life sentences for large quantities
  • Foreign nationals convicted of drug offenses face mandatory deportation following completion of their prison sentences, with permanent entry bans
  • The Royal Oman Police operates specialized anti-narcotics units that conduct border interdiction, particularly at maritime ports and the land border with Yemen
  • Oman participates in GCC-wide anti-narcotics coordination through the GCC Criminal Information Centre to Combat Drugs (GCCICD), sharing intelligence across member states

Key Legislation

Law on Combating Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Royal Decree 17/1999, amended by Royal Decree 54/2001)

Regulatory Body

Royal Oman Police — General Directorate of Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, and the Ministry of Health

Country Info
ISO Code
OM
Region
MENA
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Royal Oman 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.