Decree No. 163/2026/ND-CP Elaborating the Law on Prevention and Control of Narcotic Substances

Local Title

NGHỊ ĐỊNH QUY ĐỊNH CHI TIẾT VÀ HƯỚNG DẪN THI HÀNH MỘT SỐ ĐIỀU CỦA LUẬT PHÒNG, CHỐNG MA TÚY

Country/Region

Vietnam

Competent Authority

Ministry of Industry and Trade; Ministry of Health; Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development; Ministry of Defense; Ministry of Public Security

Type

Regulation

Status

In force

Release Date

2026-05-15

Implementation Date

2026-07-01

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Summary

Obligations

On May 15, 2026, the Government of Vietnam published Decree No. 163/2026/ND-CP Elaborating the Law on Prevention and Control of Narcotic Substances. The decree strengthens licensing, reporting, facility, and safety requirements for legal activities involving narcotic substances and precursors, and also sets rules for managing illicit drug users and rehabilitation facilities.