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Cannabis — ProhibitedAsia-Pacific

Turkmenistan

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

Turkmenistan enforces a total ban on cannabis under its Criminal Code, with severe penalties including lengthy prison sentences for possession, cultivation, and trafficking. The authoritarian government maintains one of the strictest anti-drug regimes in Central Asia, with minimal public discourse on drug policy reform.

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Regulator
Ministry of Internal Affairs and State Service for Drug Control
Key Legislation
Criminal Code of Turkmenistan, Chapter on Drug Offenses
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis possession carries penalties of up to 8 years imprisonment under the Turkmenistan Criminal Code, with trafficking offenses carrying sentences up to 20 years
  • Wild cannabis (Cannabis ruderalis) grows naturally across parts of Turkmenistan, and the government conducts annual eradication campaigns to destroy wild-growing plants
  • Turkmenistan maintains one of the most restrictive information environments in the world, making independent reporting on drug enforcement practices extremely limited
  • The State Service for Drug Control coordinates anti-narcotics operations and works with UNODC on regional drug trafficking prevention in Central Asia
  • Despite strict prohibition, Turkmenistan sits along major drug trafficking routes between Afghanistan and Russia, making transit enforcement a significant government priority

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Turkmenistan, Chapter on Drug Offenses (2010, amended)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Internal Affairs and State Service for Drug Control

Country Info
ISO Code
TM
Region
Asia-Pacific
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
UNODC Regional Office for Central Asia
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.