Belgium Medical Cannabis Guide

Legal status, how to get a prescription, qualifying conditions, costs and clinics

Quick Facts

Legal StatusSinceAdult UseAccess TypeEst. Monthly Cost
Very Limited (Sativex only)N/A (Sativex approved for MS)NoSpecialist (Sativex, MS only)€400–€600/month

How to Get Medical Cannabis in Belgium

  1. Note: Belgium has no full medical cannabis programme — only Sativex is approved
  2. Consult a neurologist for MS spasticity
  3. Neurologist issues a prescription for Sativex
  4. Sativex dispensed through pharmacies
  5. For other conditions, there is currently no legal access route in Belgium

Qualifying Conditions

Cost & Clinics

Belgium currently has no general medical cannabis programme. Only Sativex (nabiximols) is approved for MS spasticity. CBD products under 0.2% THC are legally available. Belgian patients sometimes travel to Germany or the Netherlands for other conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is medical cannabis legal in Belgium?

Belgium has a very limited framework — only Sativex is approved for MS spasticity. There is no general medical cannabis programme.

Are there cannabis dispensaries in Belgium?

No. Sativex is only available through pharmacies with a specialist prescription.

Can I get a prescription for pain or PTSD in Belgium?

No — Belgium has no formal medical cannabis programme for other conditions. Patients sometimes travel to Germany.

What about CBD products in Belgium?

CBD products under 0.2% THC are legally sold in pharmacies and specialist shops.

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