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Ukraine passed a medical cannabis law in December 2023 (signed January 2024) allowing cannabis-based medicines for patients with specific conditions. The law was motivated partly by the need to treat PTSD and chronic pain among war-affected populations. Implementation regulations are being developed.

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Regulator
State Service on Medicines and Drug Control
Key Legislation
Law on Regulation of Medical Cannabis Circulation
Year Legalized
2024 (signed into law)
Program Size
Pre-implementation; regulations being...

Key Facts

  • Parliament passed the medical cannabis bill in December 2023 with strong bipartisan support
  • The law covers PTSD, chronic pain, cancer, MS, epilepsy, and other specified conditions
  • Implementation is expected after detailed regulations are finalized by the Ministry of Health
  • The initiative was partly driven by the mental health needs of military veterans and war-affected civilians
  • Recreational use remains fully prohibited

Key Legislation

Law on Regulation of Medical Cannabis Circulation (December 2023)

Regulatory Body

State Service on Medicines and Drug Control

Country Info
ISO Code
UA
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 3 — Restricted
Status
Restricted
Sources
Verkhovna Rada (Parliament)
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.