National Hub
Updated Jul 2026
Federal Status
Nationwide Ban
Kratom is legal to buy, possess, and use in United Kingdom.
Banned nationwide across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016. There are no legal regional exceptions or safe-harbor territories.
Federal Status
Nationwide Ban
State Bans
4 States
KCPA Regulated
0 State
Last verified:
States, provinces or sub-jurisdictions within United Kingdom.
Hubs: AKA state kratom laws map · Kratom legality by US state · Kratom legality worldwide
Other jurisdictions related to United Kingdom.
Federal Status
Nationwide Ban
DEA Scheduled
No
State Bans
4 States
KCPA Enacted
0 State
Local Bans Exist
No
Select a state to view detailed legislation, history, and purchasing guidelines.
Below is a tracking feed of major municipalities that have independently restricted or banned kratom within their borders. Always check local city ordinances when traveling.
