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Status Indicators
- Banned. Controlled substance since March 2009
- Authorization from Danish Medicines Agency required
- Sale and import without authorization illegal
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Banned |
| Age Limit | N/A |
| Regulated | No |
| Controlled Substance | Yes |
| Last Policy Change | March 2009 (kratom scheduled as controlled substance) |
National Legal Framework
Denmarku2019s Danish Medicines Agency (Lakemiddelstyrelsen) administers controlled substances. Kratom was added to the schedule in March 2009. Authorization for personal use is rare.
Regional/State Variations
Regulation is national-level. No sub-national variation.
Import/Export Rules
Imports of kratom into Denmark are illegal. Customs authorities have authority to seize shipments. Outbound exports of kratom are also prohibited where the substance itself is banned.
Penalties
Possession, sale, and import of kratom in Denmark carry criminal penalties under Danish controlled substances regulation (effective March 2009). Specific penalties scale with quantity and intent.
Buying & Shipping to Denmark
Do not ship kratom to Denmark. Customs will seize shipments. Recipients face criminal exposure. Reputable vendors block Denmark at checkout.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Denmark?
A: No. Kratom is banned in Denmark under Danish controlled substances regulation (effective March 2009).
Q: When did Denmark ban kratom?
A: March 2009 (kratom scheduled as controlled substance).
Q: What are the penalties for kratom possession in Denmark?
A: Possession is a criminal offense under Danish controlled substances regulation (effective March 2009). Specific penalties depend on quantity and intent.
Q: Can I bring kratom into Denmark?
A: No. Importation is illegal and customs will seize the product.
Q: Is there any active legalization effort in Denmark?
A: No major legalization effort is currently advancing.
Sources
- worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/kratom-legality-by-country, World Population Review 2026 Kratom Legality by Country
- www.kratomit.eu/kratom-legality-where-is-kratom-legal-and-where-is-it-not/, Kratomit.eu international kratom legality summary
- eka.eu/about-kratom/kratom-legality/, European Kratom Association legality tracker
- www.kratomscience.eu/kratom-legality/, Kratom Science Europe legal status guide
- kratomstore.com/blog/international-kratom-law-where-is-it-banned-or-legal/, International kratom law summary
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitragyna_speciosa, Mitragyna speciosa Wikipedia entry with country-by-country legal status
