Possession
In flux
Cannabis was delisted as a narcotic in 2022, broadly permitting possession, but the legal framework remains in flux. The government has repeatedly proposed re-regulation — including restricting use to medical purposes with a prescription — and draft rules have changed several times. Verify the current ministerial regulations before acting on any summary.
Retail Sale
Licensed but tightening
Retail sales boomed after the 2022 delisting, with thousands of shops operating in a loosely regulated space. Interim rules apply (minimum age, no on-site smoking, no vending machines or online sales), and the government has signaled stricter licensing and a possible return to medical-only sales. Because policy is shifting, verify current licensing requirements with the Thai FDA.
Recent changes
The Ministry of Public Health has proposed restricting cannabis to medical use with a prescription. Details and timing are still being decided.