No, Delta 9 THC remains illegal in Norway under the 2018 Narcotics Act, which classifies all tetrahydrocannabinol isomers as controlled substances. Exceptions exist solely for medical cannabis products approved by the Norwegian Medicines Agency (Statens legemiddelverk), requiring import permits. Recreational use, including hemp-derived Delta 9 THC, is prohibited, with enforcement prioritized under the Police Act. The 2026 regulatory review may introduce limited medical exemptions but is unlikely to decriminalize recreational use.
Key Regulations for Delta 9 THC in Norway
- Narcotics Act § 20: Prohibits possession, sale, or production of Delta 9 THC, including in hemp products exceeding 0.2% THC, aligning with EU hemp guidelines but not exempting Delta 9 specifically.
- Medicinal Exceptions: Only cannabis-based medicines (e.g., Sativex, Epidyolex) with Norwegian marketing authorization are legal, mandating prescriptions and import licenses from the Norwegian Medicines Agency.
- Customs Enforcement: The Norwegian Customs Authority (Tollvesenet) seizes all Delta 9 THC products at borders, including those marketed as “legal highs” or CBD oils with trace THC, under strict zero-tolerance policies.