Tourists
Tourists are not exempt. Medical Cannabis is illegal in Benin; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
Is medical marijuana legal in Benin?
No.
Medical marijuana is illegal in Benin. Updated October 2026.
Medical cannabis in Benin: Illegal.
The recorded ruling
WhereItsLegal indexes medical marijuana in Benin as illegal. Medical cannabis in Benin: Illegal.
Tourists are not exempt. Medical Cannabis is illegal in Benin; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.
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Frequently asked
Is medical marijuana legal in Benin?+
No — medical marijuana is illegal in Benin.
Is medical marijuana illegal everywhere in Benin?+
The recorded status for Benin as a whole is illegal. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
Can tourists use medical marijuana in Benin?+
Tourists are not exempt. Medical Cannabis is illegal in Benin; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
When was this Benin medical marijuana ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.
Can you fly with medical marijuana into Benin?+
No. medical marijuana is illegal in Benin; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.
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