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Cannabis — ProhibitedAsia-Pacific

Uzbekistan

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

Uzbekistan strictly prohibits cannabis under its Criminal Code, with harsh penalties for possession, sale, and cultivation. The government has maintained a firm anti-drug stance since independence in 1991, and the country's position along Central Asian trafficking routes has led to significant investment in narcotics enforcement.

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Regulator
Ministry of Internal Affairs and National Security Service
Key Legislation
Criminal Code of Uzbekistan, Articles 270-276 on Drug Offenses
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Articles 270-276 of the Criminal Code prescribe penalties of 3 to 10 years imprisonment for illegal cannabis possession, with trafficking carrying up to 20 years
  • Wild cannabis grows abundantly in several regions of Uzbekistan, and the government conducts systematic eradication campaigns annually to destroy fields of wild-growing plants
  • Uzbekistan cooperates with the UNODC and neighboring Central Asian states on counter-narcotics operations targeting the Afghan drug trafficking corridor
  • The government has invested significantly in border security infrastructure to interdict cannabis and other drugs transiting from Afghanistan through Central Asia
  • There is no public debate or reform movement regarding cannabis legalization in Uzbekistan, and the government maintains strict media control over drug policy discussions

Key Legislation

Criminal Code of Uzbekistan, Articles 270-276 on Drug Offenses (1994, amended)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Internal Affairs and National Security Service (SNB)

Country Info
ISO Code
UZ
Region
Asia-Pacific
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Republic of Uzbekistan Government Portal
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.