Is Weed Legal in Corfu for Tourists?

is weed legal in Corfu for tourists

Can tourists legally buy weed in Corfu? No — recreational weed (marijuana) is not legal for tourists in Corfu (or anywhere in Greece) in 2026. Greece does not have a legal recreational cannabis market, and the laws apply to everyone, including visitors. (Juicy Vapes)

What the law says

Recreational cannabis (THC-containing weed) is illegal in Greece (including Corfu):

  • Possession, use, sale, and cultivation of recreational cannabis is prohibited under Greek drug law. 

  • There are no licensed shops, clubs, or dispensaries where tourists can legally buy weed. 

  • Even small amounts can lead to confiscation, fines, or criminal charges — penalties can include fines, court involvement, and potentially prison. 

Some websites mention that police enforcement of small personal possession can vary, but that isn’t legalisation or a guarantee of leniency — you are still breaking the law if you have or use weed recreationally. 

🚑 Medical cannabis (strictly regulated)

Greece has a medical cannabis program, but it’s tightly controlled:

  • A valid prescription from a Greek doctor is required. 

  • Tourists generally cannot use a prescription from another country to obtain medical cannabis in Greece. 

This means there’s no straightforward legal route for tourists to obtain THC cannabis in Corfu

🌱 What is legal

  • CBD products with a very low THC content (≤ 0.2 %) are legal and widely available in shops. 

  • You can buy these if you’re looking for hemp-derived products that do not cause a high

⚠️ Practical tips for tourists

  • Do not bring cannabis into Greece from abroad — customs has zero tolerance and confiscation, fines, or arrest are possible. 

  • Avoid purchasing or using recreational weed while on the island — the law is clear and enforcement could lead to serious consequences. 

🧠 Summary

✅ Legal for tourists in Corfu: CBD products with < 0.2 % THC
❌ Not legal for tourists: Recreational marijuana (weed) possession or use of any kind — there’s no legal dispensary or tolerated framework for it in Greece.

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