While the laws are fairly straight forward, it is important to answer some basic questions about CBD usage and purchasing. Let's begin.
Poland's stance on CBD oil is very similar to other Eurozone nations. In a somewhat ironic unfolding of history, the old Soviet bloc nations have maintained a more traditionally conservative view compared to their western neighbors; shielded from the liberal world view of the western nations up until the 90s.
This mindset has resulted in a negative view of illicit substances, including Cannabis. This world view has not extended to CBD oil, which is viewed as a medicinal substance.
IS IT LEGAL TO BUY CBD IN POLAND ONLINE: YES
Yes. There is no legislated restriction to CBD use in Poland. As with most other European nations, the only stipulation is that the CBD Oil contains less than 0.2% THC.
The CBD oil business is quite robust in Poland, with several manufacturers which supply, in part, the demands of the European market. This is likely a result of low THC Hemp strains being grown in Poland for thousands of years..
IS IT LEGAL TO BUY CBD IN POLAND OFFLINE: YES
Yes. CBD oil is perfectly legal to purchase within Poland, being found in many health food stores and alternative medicine shops. As mentioned previously, Poland has become a manufacturing center for CBD oil and this has made is readily available for purchase.
IS IT LEGAL TO GROW HEMP FOR CBD IN POLAND? YES
Yes. Poland has a long history of Hemp cultivation, and cultivating Hemp for personal use, provided it is one of the strains containing less than 0.3% THC, is perfectly within one's legal rights.
IS IT LEGAL IN POLAND TO BUY PRODUCTS CONTAINING ABOVE 0.2% OF THC FOR MEDICAL USE: YES
THC for medical purposes was put into effect in November of 2017. To date Cannabis and THC products for medical use have not gained as much traction in Poland compared to other European nations; likely due to the cultural view of Cannabis smoking.
THC for medicinal use is likely to increase in the coming years as recent reports conclude that recreational Cannabis use is on the rise among youth. With the rise in recreational use, it is predicted that a rise in medical use will also be observed.
IS IT LEGAL IN POLAND TO BUY PRODUCTS CONTAINING ABOVE 0.2% OF THC FOR RECREATIONAL USE: NO
No. THC is legal and not technically decriminalized in Poland. This does look to be changing though, as in 2011 legislation was passed which allowed prosecutors to drop charges at their discretion if the quantity is small and deemed to be for personal use.
There is growing support for decriminalization of recreational Cannabis use but that it appears that such a change in legislation is still a few years away.
CONCLUSION
Poland is no different than any other European nation in regards to CBD legality. It is legal to purchase and use as long as the formulation contains less than the legally allowed THC concentration of 0.2% THC. Keep in mind that while CBD use is legal and not uncommon, the recreational use of THC is still illegal and not decriminalized.
