Can tourists use weed in Peru?
Partly.
Weed is decriminalized in Peru. Updated October 2026.
Tourist rules
Tourists in Peru 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 Peru.
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 Peru?+
Partly — weed is decriminalized in Peru.
Is weed decriminalized everywhere in Peru?+
The recorded status for Peru as a whole is decriminalized. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
How much weed can you possess in Peru?+
The recorded possession limit is 8 g ( 1 ⁄ 4 oz).
What are the penalties for weed in Peru?+
Decriminalized up to 8 g ( 1 ⁄ 4 oz)
Can tourists use weed in Peru?+
Tourists in Peru 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.
When was this Peru weed ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.