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Is cannabis legal in France?

Illegal

Short answer: No. Cannabis is illegal in France.

Last checked against the official sources on this page on 6 September 2026.

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Recreational cannabis is prohibited and France enforces some of Europe's strictest penalties, including an on-the-spot fine for use. A limited medical cannabis pilot (run by the ANSM since 2021) covers a small patient group. CBD products are tolerated when derived from hemp within the EU THC threshold.

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