A Quick Breakdown of the Spanish Weed Laws
Spain's cannabis laws are relaxed, but they can get very tricky if you overlook the dos and don'ts.
Although the buying and selling of cannabis is illegal in Spain, the Mediterranean country has some very relaxing cannabis laws compared to many countries across Europe.
In Spain, it's legal for citizens and residents to cultivate their own weed plants and possess up to 100 grams (3.5 ounces) of cannabis in their homes for personal use. The plants cannot be visible to the public, and using and possessing cannabis in public remains an offence that can result in hefty fines ranging from €600 to €30,000.
Medical cannabis is also legal in Spain, and patients with specific health conditions can legally access the plant if they have a prescription.
Below you can find the summary of the cannabis laws in Spain.
Is Weed Legal in Spain?
Yes and no, cannabis is not fully legal in Spain, but citizens and residents can legally cultivate their own weed plants and possess up to 100 grams (3.5 ounces) of cannabis in their homes for personal use. The plants cannot be visible to the public.
Can I Use Weed in a Private Home in Spain?
Yes, it's legal to use cannabis in a private residence in Spain.
Can I Use Weed in Public in Spain?
No, it's illegal to consume cannabis in public in Spain. It is also illegal to possess cannabis in public, and doing either of these can result in a hefty fine ranging from €600 to €30,000.
Can I Buy Weed in Spain?
No, buying and selling cannabis in Spain is illegal.
I Don't Know How to Grow Weed, How Can I Get Some If I Can't Buy It?
If you don't have the time or know how to cultivate your own cannabis plants, you can join a cannabis club and consume your weed there.
What's A Cannabis Club?
In Spain, a cannabis club is a private organization that grows its own weed and distributes it among its members to consume. All members pay a fee, whether it's an annual fee or a monthly fee, and members are not allowed to leave the club with weed, as possessing weed in public is illegal in Spain. For people who don't know how to cultivate their own plants, Spanish cannabis clubs offer a safe place for people to consume the plant in a social setting. While it's not officially legal, these clubs are tolerated by authorities as long as all activity remains private, non-commercial, and not accessible to tourists.
Can Tourists Join Cannabis Clubs in Spain?
No, tourists cannot join cannabis clubs in Spain, cannabis clubs are only accessible to Spanish citizens and residents.
Is Medical Cannabis Legal in Spain?
Yes, medical cannabis is legal in Spain and only available to those patients with specific health conditions.
Is CBD Legal in Spain?
Yes, hemp-derived CBD containing less than 0.2% THC is legal in Spain.
