Possession
Up to 1/2 gram
Is Cocaine legal in Mexico?
Partly.
Cocaine is decriminalized in Mexico. Updated October 2026.
Tourists
Tourists in Mexico 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.
Possession in Mexico: Decriminalized (up to 1/2 Gram). Sale: Illegal.
The recorded ruling
WhereItsLegal indexes Cocaine in Mexico as decriminalized. Possession in Mexico: Decriminalized (up to 1/2 Gram). Sale: Illegal.
Possession is capped at Up to 1/2 gram in Mexico. Amounts above that recorded limit sit outside the decriminalized finding.
Tourists in Mexico 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 Mexico?+
Partly — Cocaine is decriminalized in Mexico.
Is Cocaine decriminalized everywhere in Mexico?+
The recorded status for Mexico as a whole is decriminalized. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
How much Cocaine can you possess in Mexico?+
The recorded possession limit is Up to 1/2 gram.
Can tourists use Cocaine in Mexico?+
Tourists in Mexico 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 Mexico Cocaine ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-25.
Can you fly with Cocaine into Mexico?+
No. Cocaine is decriminalized in Mexico; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.
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