Cannabis Laws in Greece for 2026

Here is a summary of Greece’s current (2025-2026) cannabis legislation and recent developments. So far, there has been no certainty that full recreational legalization will be achieved by 2026, but there have been some important regulatory changes, particularly in the areas of medical cannabis and synthetic cannabinoids.

What Remains Permitted in Greece as of 2026?

• Medical cannabis remains legal. Under law 4523/2018, patients with certain medical conditions can be prescribed cannabis in Greece.
  The Ministry of Health has designated the following conditions as eligible for medical cannabis in Greece: epilepsy, cancer, multiple sclerosis (MS), nausea, and HIV/AIDS.
• You can legally purchase medical weed in Greece from pharmacies provided you have a Doctor’s Prescription.
• CBD products remains legal in Greece as long as the THC content is less than 0.2%.
• Cannabis can be cultivated in Greece provided you possess a license to do so. This mostly permitted for pharmaceutical and industrial purposes.

What Remains Illegal in Greece as of 2026?

• Recreational Cannabis. The possession, sale or distribution of weed in Greece for recreational purpose is considered a criminal offence with sanction ranging from fines to prison term.
• Cannabis cultivation for personal use in Greece is highly prohibited. Cultivating cannabis in Greece is only permitted for licensed entities such as pharmaceutical companies and for industrial purpose.
• Public consumption of marijuana in Greece is also considered an offense and could lead to severe legal consequences.

Can Travelers or Tourists Bring Medical Weed into Greece?

No, foreign medical cannabis prescriptions are generally not accepted in Greece. It is strictly prohibited for travelers or tourists to bring medical weed into Greece. To legally get medical cannabis in Greece as a traveler or tourist, you must consult with a Greek Doctor before getting a prescription.