JurisdictionsTopicsUpdatesWorkflowsCompareChat with ExpertMarketplacePricing
🇷🇴
RestrictedEurope

Romania

Romania permits limited medical cannabis use under a law passed in 2013 allowing cannabis-based medicines with specific THC thresholds. In practice, access is extremely limited. A 2023 proposed reform would expand the medical framework but has not been adopted.

Ask the Expert about Romania
Regulator
National Medicines Agency
Key Legislation
Law 339/2005 on Narcotic Drugs
Year Legalized
2013 (limited provision)
Program Size
Minimal practical access

Key Facts

  • Cannabis-based medicines with THC below 0.2% are technically permitted
  • In practice, very few patients access medical cannabis due to bureaucratic barriers
  • The ANM oversees pharmaceutical regulation but has issued minimal cannabis guidance
  • A proposed 2023 medical cannabis bill sought to expand access but stalled in Parliament
  • Recreational cannabis is fully prohibited with criminal penalties for possession

Key Legislation

Law 339/2005 on Narcotic Drugs (amended 2013)

Regulatory Body

National Medicines Agency (ANM)

No documents yet

No regulatory documents available for this jurisdiction yet. We are expanding coverage — check back later.

Related jurisdictions

🇸🇲
San Marino
Cannabis — Restricted
🇷🇸
Serbia
Cannabis — Prohibited
🇸🇰
Slovakia
Cannabis — Restricted
🇸🇮
Slovenia
Cannabis — Restricted
🇪🇸
Spain
Restricted
🇸🇪
Sweden
Cannabis — Restricted
Country Info
ISO Code
RO
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Restricted
Sources
ANM Romania
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.