Vietnam: Cannabis Laws (Plain-Language Overview)

Last updated: October 14, 2025 — Not legal advice.

Status: Cannabis is illegal in Vietnam under national drug legislation. Possession, cultivation, transport, and trafficking are criminal offenses. Vietnam maintains official lists of narcotics and precursors; cannabis and many cannabinoids are scheduled.

Key Points

• Primary statute: The Law on Drug Prevention and Control (No. 73/2021/QH14) provides the legal framework (effective 2022), supported by decrees.
• Schedules: Decree 57/2022/ND-CP (lists of narcotic substances and precursors) and Decree 105/2021/ND-CP (implementation guidance) define/guide control lists and procedures.
• Enforcement: Expect strict enforcement; penalties scale with quantity and conduct (e.g., trafficking).

Verify on Official/Authoritative Sources

Use the official statute/portal references below (Vietnamese/English). When in doubt, consult a licensed Vietnamese attorney.

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