CBD Laws in Europe

CBD regulation varies dramatically across Europe. Switzerland allows up to 1% THC while Sweden effectively bans all consumer CBD products. Most EU countries follow Novel Food regulations for ingestible CBD, but THC limits, flower sales, and enforcement differ widely. Explore each country's CBD laws, product availability, and market conditions below.

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CBD Legal
4
Restricted / Banned
25
Novel Food Required
26
Online Sales Allowed

THC Limit Comparison

Maximum allowed THC content in CBD products by country. Higher limits generally mean more product variety and a larger market.

CountryTHC Limit
Switzerland1.0%
Czech Republic1.0%
Italy0.6%
France0.3%
Austria0.3%
Luxembourg0.3%
United Kingdom0.2%
Germany0.2%
Spain0.2%
Poland0.2%
Greece0.2%
Portugal0.2%
Belgium0.2%
Ireland0.2%
Denmark0.2%
Croatia0.2%
Hungary0.2%
Romania0.2%
Bulgaria0.2%
Estonia0.2%
Latvia0.2%
Lithuania0.2%
Slovenia0.2%
Malta0.2%
Cyprus0.2%
Netherlands0.05%
Sweden0.0%
Finland0.0%
Norway0.0%
Slovakia0.0%
CBD Legal
Restricted / Effectively Banned

Austria

Legal
THC Limit0.3%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$80M+

Belgium

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$30M+

Bulgaria

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$5M+

Croatia

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$10M+

Cyprus

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$2M+

Czech Republic

Legal
THC Limit1.0%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$40M+

Denmark

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$25M+

Estonia

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$3M+

Finland

Restricted
THC Limit0.0%
Online SalesNo

France

Legal
THC Limit0.3%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$400M+

Germany

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$500M+

Greece

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$20M+

Hungary

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$15M+

Ireland

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$30M+

Italy

Legal
THC Limit0.6%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$150M+

Latvia

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$3M+

Lithuania

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$3M+

Luxembourg

Legal
THC Limit0.3%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$5M+

Malta

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$3M+

Netherlands

Legal
THC Limit0.05%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$100M+

Norway

Restricted
THC Limit0.0%
Online SalesNo

Poland

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$60M+

Portugal

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$15M+

Romania

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$10M+

Slovakia

Restricted
THC Limit0.0%
Online SalesNo

Slovenia

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$5M+

Spain

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$100M+

Sweden

Restricted
THC Limit0.0%
Online SalesNo

Switzerland

Legal
THC Limit1.0%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$300M+

United Kingdom

Legal
THC Limit0.2%
Online SalesYes
Market Est.$700M+

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. CBD regulations in Europe are complex and subject to change. EU Novel Food regulations, national laws, and enforcement practices vary by country and may be updated without notice. Always verify current laws with official government resources and consult with a qualified attorney before buying, selling, or traveling with CBD products in Europe. Cannabismarketcap does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information presented.