Country profile · Southern Europe
Cyprus
A legal framework exists, but practical patient access is only via exceptional ministerial approval.
Adult-useNot legalPossession for non-medical use is an offence.
MedicalRestrictedLegal on paper, with access limited to a few approved products or special permits.
Latest milestone2019Expanded
Last reviewedFrom our European jurisdiction snapshot
The law in brief
Our classification for Cyprus: adult use not legal, medical cannabis restricted.
Adult-use: Not legalPossession for non-medical use is an offence.
Medical: RestrictedLegal on paper, with access limited to a few approved products or special permits.
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Expanded
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