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Cannabis Seeds → Malaysia
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-08-22
Cannabis Seeds import prohibited
Details
Section 6 of Malaysia's Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 makes it an offence to possess cannabis, or the seeds of the plant, without authorisation. Royal Malaysian Customs at KUL / PEN / BKI screens arriving baggage; seeds are seized regardless of quantity or germination status. The penalty is a fine of up to RM20,000, imprisonment of up to five years, or both. Leaving Malaysia with cannabis seeds is a separate question — restricted: Cannabis seed export from Malaysia is generally prohibited or heavily restricted regardless of domestic hemp / cannabis legal status.
Quantity limit
Zero tolerance — prohibited under Dangerous Drugs Act 1952; trafficking penalties may apply
Leaving with this item
Cannabis seed export from Malaysia is generally prohibited or heavily restricted regardless of domestic hemp / cannabis legal status.
Practical advice
Do not bring cannabis seeds to this country. Penalties may be severe.
Customs authority
Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) · https://www.customs.gov.my