Cannabis Dispensaries in Beirut, Lebanon

Q: Is cannabis legal in Beirut?

Medical cannabis was legalized in Lebanon in 2020. Recreational use remains illegal, but cultivation was authorized for licensed farmers in 2021, making Lebanon the first Arab country to regulate cannabis cultivation.

Lebanon legalized medical cannabis in 2020 and authorized cultivation in 2021, becoming the first Arab country to formally regulate cannabis production. Beirut is the center of Lebanon's emerging legal cannabis industry, with a growing network of medical dispensaries and CBD wellness stores.

Medical Legal 2020 First Arab Country Bekaa Valley Heritage Emerging Market

Lebanon Legal Status: Medical cannabis is legal since 2020. Licensed cultivation authorized 2021. Recreational use remains illegal. Enforcement varies significantly by area in Beirut.

Locations in Beirut

Cedar Cannabis Beirut

Hamra

Medical Cannabis

Beirut Wellness & CBD

Gemmayzeh

Wellness & CBD

LB Medicinal Pharmacy

Achrafieh

Medical Dispensary

Green Cedar Dispensary

Mar Mikhael

Cannabis Dispensary

Hamra Hemp Store

Hamra

Hemp & CBD

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cannabis legal in Beirut?

Medical cannabis was legalized in Lebanon in 2020, and licensed cultivation was authorized in 2021 — Lebanon was the first Arab country to do so. Recreational use remains illegal. Enforcement in Beirut is inconsistent.

Can tourists access CBD products in Beirut?

Hemp-derived CBD products are available in some wellness stores and pharmacies in Beirut. The legal landscape is evolving rapidly as Lebanon develops its medical cannabis export industry.

What is the cannabis history of Lebanon?

Lebanon has centuries of cannabis cultivation history, particularly in the Bekaa Valley. Lebanese hash was world-famous in the 20th century. The 2020 medical legalization and 2021 cultivation authorization formally recognize this long heritage.