Tajikistan

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

Tajikistan prohibits all cannabis activities under its criminal code and drug control legislation. As a Central Asian country along major drug trafficking routes, Tajikistan devotes significant law enforcement resources to combating narcotics, including cannabis.

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Regulator

Drug Control Agency under the President of Tajikistan

Key Legislation

Law on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Cannabis cultivation, possession, and distribution are criminal offenses under Tajik law
The Drug Control Agency (DCA) was established in 1999 with UNODC assistance to coordinate anti-narcotics efforts
Wild cannabis grows abundantly in Tajikistan, and eradication campaigns destroy thousands of hectares annually
Tajikistan's location on the Afghan drug route makes it a key transit point for narcotics trafficking
No medical, recreational, or industrial hemp exceptions exist under current legislation

Key Legislation

Law on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (1999)

Regulatory Body

Drug Control Agency under the President of Tajikistan (DCA)

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Asia-Pacific

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

UNODC - Drug Control Agency Tajikistan

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.