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Papua New Guinea Marijuana Laws

As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law.

Cannabis laws in Papua New Guinea follow Papua New Guinea’s national law. City-level policy rarely changes cannabis legality; jurisdiction law determines legal risk.

Cannabis is illegal for all purposes. No medical cannabis program exists. Possession or distribution can lead to criminal penalties.

Quick facts

  • Recreational: Illegal
  • Medical: Not available
  • Possession: Illegal
  • Buying/Selling: Illegal
  • Tourists: Subject to the same laws as residents

Practical guidance

Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.