Is Fentanyl legal in Mongolia?

Legal status

Controlled under the Criminal Code of Mongolia (revised, in force 1 July 2017) — drug trafficking (illegal manufacture/sale/distribution) carries imprisonment up to life; use or possession of small amounts carries lesser imprisonment; the maximum penalty is life imprisonment

Consequences if caught

Fentanyl is controlled in Mongolia under the Criminal Code of Mongolia (revised, in force 1 July 2017). In Mongolia, drugs fall under the Criminal Code of Mongolia (revised, in force 1 July 2017). The core offences are drug trafficking — the illegal manufacture, sale or distribution of drugs — and drug possession; trafficking carries imprisonment up to life, while use or possession of small amounts carries lesser imprisonment. Mongolia's drug law does not provide a life-or-higher term for simple use; trafficking is the serious tier.

If prescribed or medical

Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.

Documentation

In Mongolia, drugs fall under the Criminal Code of Mongolia (revised, in force 1 July 2017). The core offences are drug trafficking — the illegal manufacture, sale or distribution of drugs — and drug possession; trafficking carries imprisonment up to life, while use or possession of small amounts carries lesser imprisonment. Mongolia's drug law does not provide a life-or-higher term for simple use; trafficking is the serious tier. Cannabis is controlled under the same Criminal Code framework, with no legal recreational or medical regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Drug laws and enforcement change and vary within a country. This is not legal advice. Always confirm with Mongolia’s embassy or official drug authority before traveling; penalties can be severe, including imprisonment.