No, Delta 8 THC remains illegal in Greece under the 2023 amendment to Law 4131/2013, which classifies all tetrahydrocannabinol isomers as controlled substances. The Hellenic Ministry of Health enforces this stance, aligning with EU drug control frameworks. Synthetic or semi-synthetic derivatives face stricter scrutiny than CBD isolates.
Key Regulations for Delta 8 THC in Greece
- Controlled Substance Classification: Delta 8 THC is explicitly listed under the 2023 amendment to Law 4131/2013, which prohibits all THC isomers, including those derived from hemp. This supersedes prior CBD-specific regulations.
- Licensing Exemptions: Only licensed pharmacies may dispense cannabis-based medicines containing THC (e.g., Sativex), but Delta 8 THC products fall outside this exemption due to their psychoactive potency.
- Enforcement Priorities: The Hellenic Police and Customs Authority target Delta 8 THC imports, particularly from non-EU sources, under narcotics trafficking laws. Local seizures in 2024-2025 reflect this focus.
Greece’s alignment with the 2026 EU Drug Strategy reinforces these restrictions, prioritizing public health over commercial hemp derivatives. The National Organization for Medicines (EOF) has not approved Delta 8 THC for medical or recreational use, leaving no legal pathway for production, sale, or possession.