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Last reviewed: October 2026
Malta is a small market with a lot of interest in CBD, helped by its relatively progressive approach to cannabis. That also makes it confusing: shops sell CBD oils, cannabis associations supply cannabis to members, and online sellers ship from all over Europe. This guide explains the law, how to choose a good CBD oil in Malta, where people buy it, and how to stay safe.
Is CBD legal in Malta?
Malta has one of Europe’s most distinctive cannabis frameworks. In 2021 it became the first EU country to legalise limited personal use of cannabis by adults: possession of up to 7 grams, growing up to four plants at home, and buying through licensed non-profit cannabis associations regulated by the Authority on the Responsible Use of Cannabis (ARUC). That is separate from CBD. For CBD products, Maltese guidance treats non-intoxicating cannabinoids such as CBD as allowable in food supplements, cosmetics and wellness products when the finished product contains no more than 0.2% THC and complies with EU and Maltese product rules. Amendments in 2025 (Bill 128) aimed to define CBD and THC products more clearly and to keep synthetic cannabinoids such as HHC out of the legal CBD market. Rules are still evolving, so check current guidance before buying or selling.
How to choose a CBD oil in Malta
The same principles apply in Malta as anywhere. Look for an independent lab report for the batch, confirming the CBD content and that THC is within the legal limit (ideally not detected). Check the label shows CBD in milligrams per bottle and per drop, the ingredients, the recommended daily serving and the business responsible. Compare products by price per milligram of CBD rather than bottle price. Avoid products making health claims, and avoid anything containing HHC, delta-8 or other synthetic or semi-synthetic cannabinoids.
Where people in Malta buy CBD
Maltese buyers use local pharmacies and health shops, specialist CBD and cannabis-related shops, and online stores based in Malta or elsewhere in the EU. Buying from an EU seller avoids customs issues. Licensed cannabis associations supply cannabis to members and are a different thing from CBD shops; they are not where you would normally buy a CBD food supplement.
Typical prices
Prices vary, but a 10ml bottle of 10% CBD oil (1,000mg) from a reputable EU brand typically costs around €50 to €70. Work out the price per milligram to compare, and be wary of very cheap oils with no lab reports.
Driving and CBD in Malta
Malta has strict drug-driving rules. CBD itself is not intoxicating, but products containing THC could affect roadside testing. Use only products with clear lab results, and never drive if CBD makes you drowsy.
Our Maltese shop
For transparency: Dr. Hemp Me, run by the team behind BDI.ie, operates a Maltese online shop at drhempme.mt, selling THC-free CBD products with lab reports. Please compare it with other sellers using the checks below.
The EU picture in brief
Across the EU, CBD sits in a grey area. No CBD food or supplement has yet been authorised under the EU novel food rules, so each country decides how strictly to enforce them, which is why rules differ so much between neighbours. Hemp may be grown with up to 0.3% THC in the plant. In 2020 the EU Court of Justice ruled in the Kanavape case that CBD is not a narcotic and that member states should not ban CBD lawfully produced elsewhere in the EU without good reason. CBD cosmetics are generally allowed across the EU. Rules are changing quickly, so check official sources before you buy or travel.
Six checks before you buy, anywhere
- An independent lab report with a batch number matching your product.
- THC not detected (or below the local legal limit).
- CBD stated in milligrams per bottle and per serving.
- A full label in a language you understand, with the business address.
- No medical claims.
- A seller with real contact details in the EU.
Travelling with CBD to or from Malta
Before travelling, check the rules in your destination and any country you pass through. Keep CBD in its original labelled packaging, carry a copy of the lab report, and follow airport liquid limits. Never travel with hemp flower or any product containing THC, HHC or other controlled cannabinoids. Some countries outside the EU treat any cannabis-derived product as a serious drug offence.
Using CBD safely
- Talk to a doctor or pharmacist first if you take any medication; CBD can interact with some medicines.
- Keep within the recommended daily serving on the label.
- CBD is not recommended in pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or for children.
- Do not drive if it makes you drowsy.
- CBD supplements cannot claim to treat any illness.
Medical cannabis in Malta
Malta has allowed medical cannabis on prescription since 2018. It is prescribed by doctors for specific conditions and dispensed through pharmacies, and it is entirely separate from CBD food supplements and from the adult-use framework. If you are considering cannabis-based treatment for a health condition, talk to your doctor; do not try to replicate medical treatment with supplements.
Expats, students and visitors
Malta has a large international community. If you have moved from a country with different CBD rules, do not assume products you used at home are legal in Malta, or vice versa. Visitors should be especially careful not to confuse Malta’s adult-use cannabis rules, which apply to residents through licensed associations and private homes, with permission to buy or use cannabis freely. Public consumption remains an offence.
Health support in Malta
Your GP or local pharmacist is the best first stop for questions about supplements and medicines, including CBD interactions. Mater Dei Hospital is Malta’s main acute hospital. For mental health support, the national helpline 1770 is available, and Appoġġ’s support line 179 offers help around the clock.
Pets
Some pet owners in Malta ask about CBD for dogs. Use only products made for animals, talk to your vet first, and never give pets human gummies, which may contain xylitol and are dangerous for dogs.
Choosing a strength and type
CBD oils sold in Malta usually range from about 5% to 30%. A 10% oil (1,000mg in 10ml) gives roughly 5mg of CBD per drop, which makes small, measured amounts easy, so many first-time buyers start there. Higher strengths are not stronger in effect, only more concentrated: fewer drops, and often a lower price per milligram. Full spectrum extracts keep a wide range of hemp compounds, broad spectrum extracts have THC removed, and isolates are CBD on its own. Whatever the label says, the lab report is what matters: check the CBD content matches the bottle and that THC is within the legal limit or not detected. Follow the recommended daily serving on the label and do not exceed it.
Questions to ask any seller in Malta
- Can I see the lab report for this batch?
- What is the THC result?
- How much CBD is in each drop?
- Who is the business responsible, and where is it based?
A reputable shop will answer immediately.
We review this guide regularly as Maltese and EU rules change.
Malta’s rules have changed several times since 2021, so we review this guide regularly. If you notice anything out of date, please let us know through our contact page so we can correct it quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Is CBD oil legal in Malta?
Yes. CBD products can be sold in Malta when the finished product contains no more than 0.2% THC and complies with EU and Maltese rules.
Is cannabis legal in Malta?
Adults can possess up to 7g and grow up to four plants at home, and buy through licensed non-profit associations. Public consumption and selling outside the licensed system remain illegal.
What is ARUC?
The Authority on the Responsible Use of Cannabis, which regulates cannabis associations in Malta.
How much does CBD oil cost in Malta?
A 10ml bottle of 10% oil from a reputable brand typically costs around €50 to €70.
Can I bring CBD into Malta?
Products meeting EU and Maltese rules can generally be brought in for personal use. Keep them in original packaging with lab reports.
Is HHC legal in Malta?
Synthetic cannabinoids such as HHC are excluded from the legal CBD framework and should be avoided.
Can I take CBD with medication?
Ask a doctor or pharmacist first, as CBD can interact with some medicines.
Can I buy CBD gummies in Malta?
Yes, if they comply with the same rules. See our guide to CBD gummies in Malta.
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This guide is for general information only and is not medical advice. CBD products sold in Ireland are food supplements or cosmetics, not medicines. Speak to your GP or pharmacist before using CBD, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding.