Comprehensive guide to Thailand's cannabis regulations after the June 2025 re-criminalization. Medical-only access with Thai doctor prescription required. Recreational use banned. CBD rules, business licensing, and what foreigners need to know.
Cannabis was re-criminalized on June 25, 2025. Recreational use is now illegal. Cannabis is medical-only: a valid prescription from a licensed Thai doctor is required (max 30-day validity). New ministerial regulations (January 2026) require all remaining dispensaries to have medical supervision and certified practitioners. Of 18,433 total shops, 7,297 have shut down — only 1,339 (15.5%) renewed licenses. 11,136 shops remain operating; 4,587 licenses expire in 2026, 5,210 in 2027. Public health data: 3.5x increase in cannabis poisoning, 6.5x increase in addiction since 2022 decriminalization. Online sales and vending machines prohibited. Feb 8, 2026 election: all major parties support medical-only. Tourists must consult a licensed Thai practitioner; no casual access available. Public consumption banned. Penalties: fines up to 25,000 THB (~$700) + up to 3 months imprisonment. CBD products with <0.2% THC remain legal. Sources: Nation Thailand | Al Jazeera | IDPC
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This page provides general information about Thai law and is not legal advice. Sergei Tokmakov is licensed to practice law in California, not Thailand, and does not advise on Thai law. For Thai-law advice, consult a lawyer licensed in Thailand.
This page is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship.