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Cannabis Seeds → Philippines
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-04-25
PROHIBITED
Cannabis Seeds import prohibited
Details
Philippines' Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act (RA 9165) classifies cannabis seeds as a dangerous drug. Bureau of Customs and PDEA screen arriving travellers at MNL / CEB / DVO; seeds are seized regardless of germination status. Personal-quantity carriage carries 12-20 years imprisonment plus PHP 300,000-400,000 fine under section 11; trafficking penalties scale to life imprisonment.
Quantity limit
Zero tolerance — prohibited under RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act)
Practical advice
Do not bring cannabis seeds to this country. Penalties may be severe.
Customs authority
Bureau of Customs (BOC) · https://customs.gov.ph