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Status Indicators
- Banned under the 1993 Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law
- Possession, sale, and use carry criminal penalties
- Imports illegal
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Banned |
| Age Limit | N/A |
| Regulated | No |
| Controlled Substance | Yes |
| Last Policy Change | 1993 (Narcotic Drugs Law enactment) |
National Legal Framework
Myanmar prohibits kratom under its 1993 narcotics framework. Enforcement intensity varies but the legal status is clear: kratom is illegal.
Regional/State Variations
Regulation is national-level. No sub-national variation.
Import/Export Rules
Imports of kratom into Myanmar 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 Myanmar carry criminal penalties under 1993 Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law. Specific penalties scale with quantity and intent.
Buying & Shipping to Myanmar
Do not ship kratom to Myanmar. Customs will seize shipments. Recipients face criminal exposure. Reputable vendors block Myanmar at checkout.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Myanmar?
A: No. Kratom is banned in Myanmar under 1993 Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law.
Q: When did Myanmar ban kratom?
A: 1993 (Narcotic Drugs Law enactment).
Q: What are the penalties for kratom possession in Myanmar?
A: Possession is a criminal offense under 1993 Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law. Specific penalties depend on quantity and intent.
Q: Can I bring kratom into Myanmar?
A: No. Importation is illegal and customs will seize the product.
Q: Is there any active legalization effort in Myanmar?
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
