Is Cocaine legal in Bolivia?

Partly.

Cocaine is decriminalized in Bolivia. Updated October 2026.

Possession

Up to 50 g for personal use (not for sale

Tourists

Tourists in Bolivia are not singled out: small personal amounts of cocaine are typically treated as a non-criminal offence, but it is not a green light to import or sell.

Personal possession of small amounts is tolerated (source cites up to 50 g for personal use, not for sale); sale, transport and production of cocaine remain illegal. Coca-leaf chewing and limited coca cultivation are legal as cultural practice.

The recorded ruling

Partly — Cocaine is decriminalized in Bolivia. This page is a structured ruling drawn only from recorded facts — status, limits, age, penalties, and dated sources — not legal advice.

Personal possession of small amounts is tolerated (source cites up to 50 g for personal use, not for sale); sale, transport and production of cocaine remain illegal. Coca-leaf chewing and limited coca cultivation are legal as cultural practice.

The recorded possession limit for Cocaine in Bolivia is Up to 50 g for personal use (not for sale.

Tourists in Bolivia are not singled out: small personal amounts of cocaine are typically treated as a non-criminal offence, but it is not a green light to import or sell.

Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-25. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.

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Frequently asked

Is Cocaine legal in Bolivia?+

Partly — Cocaine is decriminalized in Bolivia.

Is Cocaine decriminalized everywhere in Bolivia?+

The recorded status for Bolivia as a whole is decriminalized. Local bylaws can still add conditions.

How much Cocaine can you possess in Bolivia?+

The recorded possession limit is Up to 50 g for personal use (not for sale.

Can tourists use Cocaine in Bolivia?+

Tourists in Bolivia are not singled out: small personal amounts of cocaine are typically treated as a non-criminal offence, but it is not a green light to import or sell.

When was this Bolivia Cocaine ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-25.

Can you fly with Cocaine into Bolivia?+

No. Cocaine is decriminalized in Bolivia; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.

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