How much weed can you possess in Netherlands?
Partly.
Weed is decriminalized in Netherlands. Updated October 2026.
Possession limits
The recorded possession limit for weed in Netherlands is 5 g ( 3 ⁄ 16 oz).
Partly — weed is decriminalized in Netherlands.
Exceeding the recorded limit can engage these notes: Consumption and sale are tolerated in licensed coffeeshops . Possession of up to 5 g ( 3 ⁄ 16 oz) is decriminalized. Cultivation of up to 5 plants is unenforced for non-commercial use (unless grown in a professional setup).
This is a long-tail extract of the main Netherlands ruling, published only because a possession figure exists in the dataset.
Frequently asked
Is weed legal in Netherlands?+
Partly — weed is decriminalized in Netherlands.
Is weed decriminalized everywhere in Netherlands?+
The recorded status for Netherlands as a whole is decriminalized. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
How much weed can you possess in Netherlands?+
The recorded possession limit is 5 g ( 3 ⁄ 16 oz).
What are the penalties for weed in Netherlands?+
Consumption and sale are tolerated in licensed coffeeshops . Possession of up to 5 g ( 3 ⁄ 16 oz) is decriminalized. Cultivation of up to 5 plants is unenforced for non-commercial use (unless grown in a professional setup).
Can tourists use weed in Netherlands?+
Tourists in Netherlands 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 Netherlands?+
Home cultivation is recorded as: 5 plants.