Legal status in Finland

Per-substance legal status for Finland, from sourced statutes where available. Legal information, not legal advice; drug laws change, so confirm with the destination’s embassy or drug authority before you travel.

5 confirmed substances80 not individually verifiedLast updated July 14, 2026

Confirmed legal status

Cannabis / THC

Legal status: Use/possession criminal (Criminal Code Ch 50 §2a) — small amount = summary day-fines (≤10 g hash/≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, no court); no soft/hard distinction; waiver possible; medical Sativex-only
Consequences if caught: Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use, possession and small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted.
If prescribed / medical: Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Cannabis / THC in Finland, full detail →

Cocaine

Legal status: Use/possession criminal (Criminal Code Ch 50 §2a) — small amount = summary day-fines; narcotics offence up to 2 years (§1); aggravated up to 10 years (§2)
Consequences if caught: Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Cocaine in Finland, full detail →

Heroin

Legal status: Use/possession criminal (Criminal Code Ch 50 §2a) — small amount = summary day-fines; narcotics offence up to 2 years (§1); aggravated up to 10 years (§2)
Consequences if caught: Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Heroin in Finland, full detail →

MDMA

Legal status: Use/possession criminal (Criminal Code Ch 50 §2a) — small amount = summary day-fines; narcotics offence up to 2 years (§1); aggravated up to 10 years (§2)
Consequences if caught: Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

MDMA in Finland, full detail →

Methamphetamine

Legal status: Use/possession criminal (Criminal Code Ch 50 §2a) — small amount = summary day-fines; narcotics offence up to 2 years (§1); aggravated up to 10 years (§2)
Consequences if caught: Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Methamphetamine in Finland, full detail →

Not individually verified

For these 80 substances the governing national drug law is cited, but we have not verified that the substance specifically is scheduled under it. Treat them as unanswered, not as legal. Confirm with Finland’s drug authority or your embassy.

1P-LSD

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

2-FDCK

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

25I-NBOMe

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

2C-B

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

2C-E

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

2C-I

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

2C-T-7

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

3-MMC

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

4-AcO-DMT

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

4-HO-MET

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

5-MeO-DMT (Bufo / Toad)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

6-APB

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Adderall

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Alcohol

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Amanita muscaria

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Amphetamine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Amyl Nitrite

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Ayahuasca

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Barbiturates

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Benzodiazepines

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Buprenorphine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Caffeine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Cathinone

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

CBD

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Clonazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Codeine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Crack Cocaine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Delta-8-THC

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Diazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

DMT

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

DOM

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

DXM

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Ephedrine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Etizolam

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Fentanyl

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Gabapentin

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

GBL

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

GHB

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

HHC

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Hydrocodone

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Ketamine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Khat

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Kratom

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Lorazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

LSA (Morning Glory)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

LSD

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

MDA

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

MDPV

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Memantine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Mephedrone (4-MMC)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Mescaline

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Methadone

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Methaqualone (Quaaludes)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Methylone

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Methylphenidate

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Mitragynine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Modafinil

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Morphine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

MXE

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Nicotine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Nitrous Oxide

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Oxycodone

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

PCP

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Peyote

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Phenibut

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Pink Cocaine / Tusi

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Poppers

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Pregabalin

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Psilocybin

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Quetiapine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Salvia divinorum

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Scopolamine (Devil's Breath)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Synthetic Cannabinoids (K2 / Spice)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

THC-P

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Tobacco

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

Tramadol

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Xanax (Alprazolam)

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 13, 2026

Xylazine

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated June 26, 2026

Zolpidem

Legal status: Not confirmed — status not individually verified; confirm with Finland's authorities (Narcotics Act 373/2008) / your embassy
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not named in the cited Finnish sources (Narcotics Act 373/2008; Criminal Code Ch 50) — do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. Under the Narcotics Act (373/2008) §5 and Criminal Code Chapter 50, use and possession are criminal. Unlawful use of narcotics (Ch 50 §2a) — personal use or a small amount — carries a fine or up to 6 months, in practice summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one). A narcotics offence (Ch 50 §1) carries a fine or up to 2 years; an aggravated narcotics offence (Ch 50 §2) up to 10 years. There is NO soft/hard distinction (cannabis is judged most leniently only by practice, not statute). Punishment may be WAIVED for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment.
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: Use and possession are criminal under the Narcotics Act 373/2008 and Criminal Code Chapter 50; a small personal amount is handled by summary income-based day-fines (≤10 g hashish or ≤15 g cannabis ≈ 10–20 day-fines, with no court unless the defendant requests one), with NO soft/hard distinction. Punishment may be waived for an insignificant amount or if the offender accepts treatment. Medical use is limited (Sativex by special licence via Fimea). A 2019–2020 citizens' initiative to decriminalize personal use/possession/small cultivation was processed by Parliament and NOT enacted. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act (Huumausainelaki 373/2008) §5 + Criminal Code Ch 50 §§1/2/2a · poliisi.fi · fimea.fi · euda.europa.eu · Updated July 14, 2026

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Before you travel

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