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Is Cannabis (Recreational) Legal in the Netherlands?

Tolerated in coffeeshops under gedoogbeleid

Cannabis is technically illegal in the Netherlands but tolerated under the gedoogbeleid (tolerance policy). Coffeeshops can sell up to 5 grams per person per transaction. Personal possession of up to 5 grams is not prosecuted. Growing up to 5 plants for personal use is tolerated.

Relevant Law

Opiumwet List II; Gedoogbeleid

Last updated: 2026-03