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Cannabis — RestrictedLATAM

Suriname

Suriname prohibits cannabis under its narcotics legislation, but enforcement tends to focus on trafficking rather than personal use. The country has periodic public debate about decriminalization, influenced by evolving cannabis policies in neighboring Caribbean and South American nations.

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Regulator
Ministerie van Volksgezondheid
Key Legislation
Wet Verdovende Middelen
Year Legalized
N/A (cannabis remains illegal; decriminalization debated)
Program Size
No formal medical or recreational pro...

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is classified as a controlled substance under the 1998 Narcotics Act, with possession subject to fines and imprisonment
  • Enforcement disproportionately targets trafficking and large-scale cultivation rather than personal-use possession
  • Cannabis (locally called 'wiwiri') has historical use among Maroon and indigenous communities for traditional and spiritual purposes
  • Suriname's parliament has discussed cannabis reform proposals influenced by legalization trends in the wider Caribbean region
  • There is no formal medical cannabis program, though some traditional healers use cannabis preparations in folk medicine

Key Legislation

Wet Verdovende Middelen (Narcotics Act of 1998, amended)

Regulatory Body

Ministerie van Volksgezondheid (Ministry of Public Health)

Country Info
ISO Code
SR
Region
LATAM
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Cannabis — Restricted
Sources
Ministry of Public Health - Suriname
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.