Legal status in Iceland

Per-substance legal status for Iceland, 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.

14 confirmed substances71 not individually verifiedLast updated July 14, 2026

Confirmed legal status

2C-B

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: 2C-B is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

2C-B in Iceland, full detail →

Benzodiazepines

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Benzodiazepines is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Benzodiazepines in Iceland, full detail →

Cannabis / THC

Legal status: Cannabis controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (progressive fine); supply/import/production up to 6 years, rising to up to 12 years under General Penal Code Art 173a; no legal recreational regime; the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Cannabis is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances), with no legal recreational regime. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Cannabis / THC in Iceland, full detail →

Cocaine

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Cocaine is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Cocaine in Iceland, full detail →

DMT

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: DMT is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

DMT in Iceland, full detail →

Fentanyl

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Fentanyl is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Fentanyl in Iceland, full detail →

GHB

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: GHB is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

GHB in Iceland, full detail →

Heroin

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Heroin is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Heroin in Iceland, full detail →

LSD

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: LSD is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

LSD in Iceland, full detail →

MDMA

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: MDMA is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

MDMA in Iceland, full detail →

Mescaline

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Mescaline is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Mescaline in Iceland, full detail →

Methamphetamine

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Methamphetamine is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Methamphetamine in Iceland, full detail →

PCP

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: PCP is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

PCP in Iceland, full detail →

Psilocybin

Legal status: Controlled under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 — consumption itself not criminalised but possession is (personal possession draws a progressive fine); import/export/sale/production/distribution up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (raised 10→12 in 2001); the maximum penalty is imprisonment
Consequences if caught: Psilocybin is controlled in Iceland under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: Not a prescribed traveller medicine in this form.
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Psilocybin in Iceland, full detail →

Not individually verified

For these 71 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 Iceland’s drug authority or your embassy.

1P-LSD

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 1p lsd in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

2-FDCK

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 2 fdck in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

25I-NBOMe

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 25I-NBOMe in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

2C-E

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 2c e in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

2C-I

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 2C-I in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

2C-T-7

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 2C-T-7 in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

3-MMC

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 3 mmc in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

4-AcO-DMT

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 4 aco dmt in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

4-HO-MET

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 4 ho met in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

5-MeO-DMT (Bufo / Toad)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 5 meo dmt in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

6-APB

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 6 apb in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for 7 hydroxymitragynine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Adderall

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for adderall in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Alcohol

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for alcohol in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Amanita muscaria

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for amanita muscaria in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Amphetamine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for amphetamine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Amyl Nitrite

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for amyl nitrite in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Ayahuasca

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for ayahuasca in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Barbiturates

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for barbiturates in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Buprenorphine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for buprenorphine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Caffeine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for caffeine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Cathinone

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for cathinone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

CBD

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for cbd in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Clonazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for clonazepam in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Codeine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for codeine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Crack Cocaine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for crack cocaine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Delta-8-THC

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for delta 8 thc in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Diazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for diazepam in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

DOM

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for dom in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

DXM

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for dxm in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Ephedrine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for ephedrine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Etizolam

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for etizolam in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Gabapentin

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for gabapentin in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

GBL

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for gbl in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

HHC

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for hhc in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Hydrocodone

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for hydrocodone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Ketamine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Ketamine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Khat

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Khat in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Kratom

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Kratom in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Lorazepam

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for lorazepam in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

LSA (Morning Glory)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for lsa in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

MDA

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for mda in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

MDPV

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for mdpv in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Memantine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for memantine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Mephedrone (4-MMC)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for mephedrone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Methadone

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for methadone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Methaqualone (Quaaludes)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for methaqualone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Methylone

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for methylone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Methylphenidate

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for methylphenidate in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Mitragynine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for mitragynine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Modafinil

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for modafinil in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Morphine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for morphine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

MXE

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for mxe in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Nicotine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for nicotine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Nitrous Oxide

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for nitrous oxide in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Oxycodone

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for oxycodone in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Peyote

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Peyote in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Phenibut

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for phenibut in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Pink Cocaine / Tusi

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for pink cocaine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Poppers

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for poppers in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Pregabalin

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for pregabalin in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Quetiapine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for quetiapine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Salvia divinorum

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Salvia divinorum in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Scopolamine (Devil's Breath)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for scopolamine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Synthetic Cannabinoids (K2 / Spice)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for synthetic cannabinoids in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

THC-P

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for thc p in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Tobacco

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for tobacco in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

Tramadol

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for tramadol in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Xanax (Alprazolam)

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for alprazolam in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 13, 2026

Xylazine

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for Xylazine in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated June 27, 2026

Zolpidem

Legal status: Not confirmed — the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing drug law; the specific scheduling/penalty for zolpidem in Iceland is not confirmed here. Verify against the current schedule.
Consequences if caught: This specific substance was not individually verified against Iceland's drug schedule; the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) is the governing law. Do NOT assume it is permitted; verify before travel. In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001).
If prescribed / medical: If a controlled medicine, carry the prescription and confirm with your embassy (see documentation).
Documentation: In Iceland, drugs fall under the Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (the Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances). Consumption itself is not criminalised, but possession is — personal possession draws a progressive fine. Import, export, sale, production and distribution carry up to 6 years under the Narcotics Act, rising to up to 12 years under Article 173a of the General Penal Code (the maximum was raised from 10 to 12 years in 2001). Cannabis is controlled under the same Narcotics Act framework, with no legal recreational regime. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Narcotics Act No. 65/1974 (Act on Habit-Forming and Narcotic Substances) + Article 173a of the General Penal Code · government.is · Updated July 14, 2026

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