Travelling with CBD Oil to Malta: 2026 Tourist Guide
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Travelling with CBD Oil to Malta: 2026 Tourist Guide

Dr. Marija Vella
Dr. Marija VellaMedically Reviewed
📅5 October 2025
⏱️5 min read

Planning a trip to Malta? Don't let your CBD oil get confiscated. A complete guide to airport security, legal limits, and declaring your supplements.

As Malta continues to grow as a premier wellness destination in the Mediterranean, a common question we receive from tourists and returning expats is: "Can I bring my CBD oil with me?"The short answer is yes, but with strict caveats. Malta is a Schengen member Let's continue. state, but its specific drug laws regarding cannabis derivatives are precise. This guide will ensure you breeze through customs at Luqa Airport without stress.

✈️ The Golden Rule: The 0.2% Limit

The most critical regulation in Malta is the THC content. Your CBD product MUST contain less than 0.2% THC. While some countries (like the US or Switzerland) allow up to 0.3% or 1.0%, Malta aligns with stricter EU standards. If your bottle says "Full Spectrum" from the US, check the label carefully.

Airport Security & Customs at Luqa

Malta International Airport (Luqa) security is generally familiar with CBD products, as they are legal and widely sold in local pharmacies. However, to avoid delays:

  • Keep Original Packaging: Never carry loose pills or unlabelled liquids. Keep the product in its original box with the ingredients list clearly visible.
  • Liquid Rules Apply: If carrying tincture oils in hand luggage, they must adhere to the 100ml liquid rule. Most CBD oils are 10ml or 30ml, so they are safe, but must be in your transparent liquids bag.
  • Avoid "Flower" or "Buds": Even if it's legal CBD hemp flower, it looks and smells exactly like illegal high-THC cannabis. Customs officers cannot test potency on the spot. Bringing flower leads to unnecessary confiscation and questioning. Stick to oils, capsules, or balms.

The "Schengen Certificate" Myth

For prescription medications (like medical cannabis), a Schengen Certificate is mandatory. For Over-the-Counter (OTC) CBD food supplements, strictly speaking, you do not need a medical certificate *if* they are compliant food supplements. However, carrying a copy of the product's Certificate of Analysis (Lab Report) on your phone is a pro-tip that can resolve disputes instantly.

What If I Run Out?

If you prefer not to travel with it, or run out during your stay, buying locally is safe and easy. Malta has a robust market for premium CBD.

  • Pharmacies: Stock reliable but often lower-potency brands.
  • Online Specialists (Like Us): We offer Same-Day Wolt Deliveryto hotels and Airbnbs across Malta. This is often the most convenient option for tourists Need top-up quickly.

📚 Resources

  • Malta Medicines Authority: Guidelines on Cannabis for Medicinal & Recreational Use.
  • EU Regulation: Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 on Novel Foods (defining CBD status).
Dr. Marija Vella

About Dr. Marija Vella

Dr. Marija Vella is a Ph.D. Pharmacologist and our Head of Quality Assurance. She ensures all CBD Malta products meet rigorous pharmaceutical standards and provides evidence-based guidance on cannabinoid wellness.

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