🇳🇱Is cannabis legal in Netherlands?

Decriminalized

What the law says

Famous tolerance policy ('gedoogbeleid'): sale of up to 5g per person in licensed coffeeshops is tolerated though technically illegal. Possession up to 5g not prosecuted. Regulated supply-chain trial ('wietexperiment') running in multiple municipalities. Some cities restrict coffeeshop entry to residents.

Last verified 2026-03-20. This is a summary, not legal advice — confirm with local authorities before you travel or buy.

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