MDMA legal status in Germany

At a glance

Listed in Anlage I of the BtMG [1]

What do the official sources say?

MDMA is named in Anlage I of the German Narcotics Act (BtMG), the category for non-marketable narcotics, subject to statutory exceptions. This short summary does not describe every exception, consequence, or state-level practice; consult current German law and qualified counsel for a specific case. [1] [2]

Is research or therapy different?

MDMA is not presented here as a routinely approved therapy. The legal listing and any research or medical exception must be checked against current German law and relevant authorizations. [1] [2]

What should I check locally?

This summary is not a decision about your circumstances. Check current legislation, local rules and the scope of any authorisation with a qualified local professional. No source here should be read as permission to possess, obtain or supply MDMA.

Official sources

  1. BtMG, Anlage I | Gesetze im Internet
  2. Betäubungsmittelgesetz | Gesetze im Internet