Can tourists use weed in Colombia?
Partly.
Weed is decriminalized in Colombia. Updated October 2026.
Tourist rules
Tourists in Colombia are not singled out: small personal amounts of recreational cannabis are typically treated as a non-criminal offence, but it is not a green light to import or sell.
Partly — weed is decriminalized in Colombia.
No separate tourist age is on file.
Do not treat a domestic ruling as permission to carry weed through customs.
Frequently asked
Is weed legal in Colombia?+
Partly — weed is decriminalized in Colombia.
Is weed decriminalized everywhere in Colombia?+
The recorded status for Colombia as a whole is decriminalized. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
How much weed can you possess in Colombia?+
The recorded possession limit is 22 g ( 3 ⁄ 4 oz).
What are the penalties for weed in Colombia?+
Decriminalized up to 22 g ( 3 ⁄ 4 oz) or cultivation of 20 plants for personal use
Can tourists use weed in Colombia?+
Tourists in Colombia are not singled out: small personal amounts of recreational cannabis are typically treated as a non-criminal offence, but it is not a green light to import or sell.
Can you grow weed at home in Colombia?+
Home cultivation is recorded as: 20 plants.