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Status Indicators
- Banned since 2017
- Listed under Verzeichnis der kontrollierten Substanzen
- Possession, sale, and import all illegal
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Banned |
| Age Limit | N/A |
| Regulated | No |
| Controlled Substance | Yes |
| Last Policy Change | 2017 (added to Swiss controlled substances list) |
National Legal Framework
Switzerland added kratom to its controlled substances framework in 2017 under the Federal Act on Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances.
Regional/State Variations
Regulation is national-level. No sub-national variation.
Import/Export Rules
Imports of kratom into Switzerland 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 Switzerland carry criminal penalties under Swiss Federal Act on Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances. Specific penalties scale with quantity and intent.
Buying & Shipping to Switzerland
Do not ship kratom to Switzerland. Customs will seize shipments. Recipients face criminal exposure. Reputable vendors block Switzerland at checkout.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Switzerland?
A: No. Kratom is banned in Switzerland under Swiss Federal Act on Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances.
Q: When did Switzerland ban kratom?
A: 2017 (added to Swiss controlled substances list).
Q: What are the penalties for kratom possession in Switzerland?
A: Possession is a criminal offense under Swiss Federal Act on Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances. Specific penalties depend on quantity and intent.
Q: Can I bring kratom into Switzerland?
A: No. Importation is illegal and customs will seize the product.
Q: Is there any active legalization effort in Switzerland?
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
