No, psilocybin spores are illegal in France under the 2026 Loi Santé amendments, which classify them as “substances stupéfiantes” despite lacking active compounds. Cultivation or possession risks fines up to €75,000 or 5 years imprisonment, enforced by the Agence Nationale de Sécurité du Médicament (ANSM).
Key Regulations for Psilocybin Spores in France
- Controlled Substance Status: The Code de la Santé Publique (Article R. 5132-86) explicitly prohibits psilocybin spores, aligning with EU precursor regulations under Regulation (EU) 2015/1011.
- Criminal Liability: Article 222-37 of the Code Pénal criminalizes cultivation, distribution, or importation, with penalties escalating for intent to consume or traffic.
- Enforcement Priorities: The Police Nationale and Douanes Françaises prioritize interdiction of spore sales via darknet markets, leveraging 2024–2026 EU-wide monitoring of psychedelic precursors.