Is Kratom legal in United Kingdom?

Partly.

Kratom is restricted in United Kingdom. Updated October 2026.

Tourists

Tourist access to kratom in United Kingdom is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

Year changed

2016

The sale, import and export of kratom are banned in the UK under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016.

The recorded ruling

WhereItsLegal indexes Kratom in United Kingdom as restricted. The sale, import and export of kratom are banned in the UK under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016.

Tourist access to kratom in United Kingdom is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

The last recorded status change year is 2016.

Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.

Law timeline

  1. 2016

    Last recorded change to this legal status.

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Frequently asked

Is Kratom legal in United Kingdom?+

Partly — Kratom is restricted in United Kingdom.

Is Kratom restricted everywhere in United Kingdom?+

The recorded status for United Kingdom as a whole is restricted. Local bylaws can still add conditions.

Can tourists use Kratom in United Kingdom?+

Tourist access to kratom in United Kingdom is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

When was this United Kingdom Kratom ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-19, with a recorded law date of 2016.

Can you fly with Kratom into United Kingdom?+

No. Kratom is restricted in United Kingdom; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.

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