Hello, am I allowed to sell CBD products on shopify in UK?
Topic summary
Legal Status & Platform Policy:
- CBD products can be legally sold in the UK on Shopify, but strict compliance with local regulations is required
- Shopify permits CBD sales in the UK and Europe when stores meet legal requirements
Payment Processing Challenges:
- Shopify Payments and PayPal do not process CBD transactions due to high-risk classification
- Sellers must integrate a third-party payment gateway that explicitly supports CBD products
Recommended Solution:
- WallidPay is suggested as a viable payment gateway option
- Key features include: support for CBD and high-risk products, fast onboarding, acceptance of non-UK residents with UK LTD and bank account, and direct Shopify App Store integration
Status: Question answered with actionable solution provided
Yes, you can legally sell CBD products in the UK, but only if you follow strict compliance rules>
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Shopify allows CBD sales in the UK and Europe, provided local laws and your store comply
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However, Shopify Payments & PayPal won’t process CBD, as it’s considered high risk
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You must use a third-party payment gateway that supports CBD.
If you’re selling CBD products in the UK, WallidPay is a great payment gateway to consider.
Why WallidPay?- Supports CBD & high-risk products (like supplements, wellness, hemp-based items)
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Fast onboarding with minimal red tape
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Accepts non-UK residents with a UK LTD and bank account
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Compatible with Shopify, available directly on the App Store