Porvoo, Finland

From 2025, recreational cannabis will remain illegal in Finland. Possession, sale, and cultivation are subject to severe penalties. Possession of small amounts can lead to fines or up to six months in prison, while more serious offenses such as trafficking can result in harsher sentences.
Despite active public debates, including citizen initiatives for decriminalization and regulated sales, no significant legislative changes were passed.

Finland has a limited medical cannabis program that allows patients with certain conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, access to cannabis-based medications like Sativex with a doctor's prescription. However, due to strict regulations, the number of eligible users remains low.

CBD products are classified as medicines and require a prescription, but CBD cosmetics and products containing less than 0,3% THC are legally available. Although public interest in cannabis reform is growing, Finland's policies remain among the strictest in Europe, and there are no immediate signs of legalization.