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Two New Thai Cannabis Ministerial Regulations Now in Force

Two new ministerial regulations took effect in April 2026, reshaping how cannabis is licensed, sold, processed, and exported in Thailand. Full breakdown.

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news · July 19, 2026

Can Tourists Still Buy Cannabis in Thailand? The 2026 Rules

Yes, but only from a licensed outlet with a PT 33 prescription from a Thai doctor. Thailand's 2026 medical-only cannabis rules for tourists, explained.

news · July 17, 2026

Cannabis Shop Near Me: How to Check It's Licensed in Thailand

Looking for a cannabis shop near you in Thailand? Check DTAM's public GPS registry in 2 minutes to see whether it is licensed, before you walk in.

news · July 15, 2026

Thailand's 2026 Crackdown on Fake PT 33 Cannabis Prescriptions

Thailand's 2026 crackdown on forged PT 33 cannabis prescriptions. How patients and tourists can spot a legitimate prescription and clinic from a fake.

news · July 12, 2026

Thailand's 2026 Cannabis Smuggling Crackdown and Export Rules

Thai officers seized 287kg of cannabis disguised as coffee beans bound for the UK. Inside the 2026 smuggling crackdown, penalties and legal export rules.

news · July 9, 2026

Thailand's Cannabis and Hemp Act Revived: The July 2026 Draft

Thailand's Cannabis and Hemp Act is revived in July 2026 with first-ever cultivation controls, as PM Anutin threatens to shut down the industry.

news · July 8, 2026

Thailand Orders Dispensaries to Convert to Clinics: April 2026

Thailand will convert ~11,000 cannabis shops into clinics, pharmacies or herbal-medicine outlets over three years. What the April 2026 mandate requires.

guide · May 19, 2026

Thailand's Cannabis & Hemp Extract Rules: 4 Permitted Uses

Thailand's new regulation on cannabis and hemp extracts above 0.2% THC. Four permitted uses, old licence cliff Dec 31 2026, foreign ownership rules.

news · May 19, 2026

Cannabis & Hemp Act Thailand: Consultation Closed 21 May 2026

Status update on Thailand's Cannabis and Hemp Act. Public consultation runs 22 April through 21 May 2026, with parliamentary submission expected shortly after.

guide · May 19, 2026

Thailand's New Cannabis Shop Licence Rules (MR No. 2 B.E. 2569)

Operator's guide to the April 30, 2026 cannabis-flower licensing rules in Thailand. Four cumulative criteria, renewal as re-qualification, odor systems.

guide · April 2, 2026

Cannabis on Domestic Flights in Thailand: PT 33 Rules 2026

Yes — you can fly domestically in Thailand with cannabis on a valid PT 33. No Thai airline publishes a cannabis policy: what the law requires instead.

news · April 2, 2026

Thailand Cannabis Shops Closing: Only 15% Renewed (2026)

Thailand's cannabis shops must convert to licensed medical facilities or close: only 1,339 of 8,636 licenses were renewed in 2025. Updated July 2026.

guide · March 29, 2026

Cannabis Marketing Laws in Thailand: What Is Legal in 2026

Everything about cannabis advertising and marketing laws in Thailand — what's banned, what's allowed, penalties, and compliant strategies for 2026.

guide · March 29, 2026

Thailand Cannabis Packaging and Labeling Rules 2026

Complete guide to Thai cannabis packaging and labeling laws — warnings, THC disclosure, plain packaging rules, and FDA compliance.

guide · March 29, 2026

Cannabis SEO for Thai Dispensaries: Rank Higher in 2026

Complete SEO guide for Thai cannabis dispensaries — Google Business Profile, local SEO, content strategy, and organic search tactics that replace paid ads.

guide · March 29, 2026

CBD Marketing in Thailand: What Is Actually Legal in 2026

Complete guide to CBD advertising and marketing rules in Thailand — the 0.2% THC exception, FDA registration, e-commerce rules, and compliant strategies.

guide · March 29, 2026

LINE Marketing for Cannabis Businesses in Thailand (2026)

How Thai cannabis dispensaries use LINE Official Account for legal marketing — setup, age verification, loyalty programs, and compliance tips.

guide · March 27, 2026

Best CBD Oil in Thailand 2026: Complete Buyer's Guide

How to find quality CBD oil in Thailand. What to look for, price ranges, FDA registration, and where to buy safely.

guide · March 27, 2026

Can You Grow Cannabis in Thailand? 2026 Farm Licence Rules

Yes — but only under licence. Thailand's 2026 cannabis cultivation rules: FDA registration, GACP certification, the community-enterprise route, and costs.

guide · March 27, 2026

Thailand Cannabis Laws 2026: Every Rule Change Explained

Every Thai cannabis rule change from the 2022 delisting to the April 2026 ministerial regulations, plus penalties, licensing and the pending Hemp Act.