The Office of Drug Control (ODC) administers legislation that regulates the cultivation, manufacture, import and export of controlled substances in Australia.
These laws establish the licensing, permit and compliance requirements that apply to medicinal cannabis, narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and other controlled goods.
This page provides access to the key Commonwealth legislation and standards that support Australia's regulatory framework and international obligations.
Customs legislation
The following legislation regulates the import and export of controlled substances and related goods.
Medicinal cannabis legislation
The following legislation supports Australia's regulatory framework for medicinal cannabis and other controlled substances.
Licence charges
The following legislation establishes fees and charge arrangements for certain licences issued under the narcotic drugs framework.
Product standards
Product standards establish the quality, composition and manufacturing requirements that apply to medicinal cannabis products supplied in Australia.