Public Health Ministry data to 28 December 2025 showed 18,433 cannabis shops had been operating, but 8,636 licences expired during 2025 and only 1,339 were renewed. Another 7,297 shops closed, leaving 11,136 in business. The closures followed the June 2025 prescription rule and the requirement for trained staff and medical-style premises.[1][2]
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References
- The Straits Times — Over 7,000 cannabis shops in Thailand close due to stricter regulations and new law (1 February 2026)Public Health Ministry data to 28 December 2025: 18,433 shops; 8,636 licences expired; 1,339 renewed; 7,297 closed; 11,136 remain.
- Thai Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine — Medical cannabis Q&A (2026)Questions for shop operators: at least one DTAM-trained staff member on duty; old licensees may trade until expiry, then must reapply under the 2026 rules.
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