Tuvalu

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

Tuvalu prohibits cannabis under its Penal Code and Drugs Act, reflecting the conservative social norms of this small Pacific island nation. As one of the world's smallest and most remote countries, Tuvalu has minimal drug enforcement infrastructure but maintains prohibition aligned with international conventions.

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Regulator

Tuvalu Police Service and Ministry of Health

Key Legislation

Drugs Act

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Cannabis is classified as a prohibited drug under the Drugs Act (Cap 31.04), with penalties for possession, supply, and cultivation
Tuvalu has a population of approximately 11,000, making it one of the smallest countries to maintain formal drug prohibition legislation
The Tuvalu Police Service handles drug enforcement with limited resources, and drug-related offenses are relatively uncommon due to the nation's isolation
As a UN member state, Tuvalu adheres to international drug control conventions despite having minimal domestic drug policy infrastructure
The remote location and small land area of Tuvalu's nine atolls naturally limits large-scale cannabis cultivation or trafficking activity

Key Legislation

Drugs Act (Cap 31.04) and Penal Code of Tuvalu

Regulatory Body

Tuvalu Police Service and Ministry of Health

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Oceania

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

Government of Tuvalu

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.