End-to-end import process for medicinal cannabis into France
Import / Export Verified 2026-04-20
Workflow steps
Import/Export Intent
Both the exporting country's export authorization AND ANSM's import authorization must be obtained before shipment departs. Per-shipment — each delivery requires its own pair of authorizations.
Export authorization from origin country
ANSM import authorization per shipment
Both authorizations in hand before departure
Both Authorizations Obtained
Export authorization (origin country) and ANSM import authorization must both be secured before the shipment can depart. Coordinate timing carefully.
Origin country export authorization
ANSM import authorization
Both must be current at time of shipment
Prepare Shipping Documentation
Full documentation pack for the shipment into France.
ANSM import authorization (original)
Origin export authorization
EU-GMP Part I certificate
COA per batch
Airway bill / bill of lading
EU customs and narcotic declaration
Shipment Departs
Shipment dispatched to France. GDP-compliant transport required throughout.
GDP-compliant packaging and handling
Temperature control if required
Security protocols for narcotic shipment
French Customs Entry — CDG/ORY primary airports
Customs clearance at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) — primary entry airports for pharmaceutical imports into France. EU customs and narcotic declaration procedures apply.
ANSM import authorization presented at customs
EU customs declaration
Narcotic import declaration
All shipping documents + COA
QP Receipt Testing and Release
EU QP at the French importing entity receives, tests, and certifies the batch for French market release.
QP named on French wholesale authorization
Receipt inspection and sampling
Identity testing and COA verification
QP batch release certificate
Released for French Supply ✓
QP-certified cannabis available for distribution to hospital and community pharmacies under the ATU framework.