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Turkey

Turkey allows licensed cannabis (hemp) cultivation with THC below 0.3% for industrial and research purposes. Medical cannabis is not available to patients. The government has expanded hemp cultivation areas to reduce imports, but all psychoactive cannabis use is strictly prohibited.

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Regulator
TMMDA
Key Legislation
Law No. 2313 on Narcotic Substances Control
Year Legalized
N/A (industrial hemp only)
Program Size
Industrial hemp cultivation; no medic...

Key Facts

  • Hemp cultivation is permitted with government licenses in designated provinces
  • THC limit for industrial hemp is 0.3% — all higher-THC cannabis is prohibited
  • Turkey historically was a significant opium and cannabis producing region
  • The government expanded authorized hemp cultivation zones in 19 provinces since 2016
  • Medical cannabis products are not available; no patient access framework exists

Key Legislation

Law No. 2313 on Narcotic Substances Control (1933, amended)

Regulatory Body

TMMDA (Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency)

Country Info
ISO Code
TR
Region
Europe / Middle East
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Restricted
Sources
TMMDA
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.