Can tourists use Cocaine in Colombia?

Partly.

Cocaine is decriminalized in Colombia. Updated October 2026.

Tourist rules

Tourists in Colombia 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.

Partly — Cocaine is decriminalized in Colombia.

No separate tourist age is on file.

Do not treat a domestic ruling as permission to carry Cocaine through customs.

Frequently asked

Is Cocaine legal in Colombia?+

Partly — Cocaine is decriminalized in Colombia.

Is Cocaine decriminalized everywhere in Colombia?+

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

How much Cocaine can you possess in Colombia?+

The recorded possession limit is Up to 1 gram for personal use.

Can tourists use Cocaine in Colombia?+

Tourists in Colombia 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 Colombia Cocaine ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-25.

Can you fly with Cocaine into Colombia?+

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