How to Obtain Cannabis (weed) in Spain Legally

How you can legally obtain cannabis (weed) in Spain. In Spain, cannabis (weed) is considered illegal for recreational use (trafficking, sale and public use) with fines ranging from hefty fines to lengthy jail term. On the other hand cannabis (weed) is decriminalized for personal use in private spots.

Key Legal Aspects

• Cannabis sale and trafficking. The sale and trafficking of cannabis (marijuana) is strictly prohibited in Spain. Sanctions for violation ranges from fines to jail term.
• Marijuana possession for personal use. Cannabis possession for personal use is decriminalized, meaning adults can carry legally up to 100 grams of marijuana without getting penalized provided it is consumed in a private location.
• Cannabis Cultivation. Cannabis cultivation in Spain is not prohibited provided it is cultivated in a private area with the intention of personal use (non commercial use).
• Public Consumption of Marijuana in Spain. No matter how high you are, you should never consume marijuana in public. It is strictly prohibited in Spain with severe fines ranging from €600 to €30 000. 
• CBD (Cannabidiol). CBD products are legal in Spain provided it is derived from industrial hemp and it’s THC content is below 0.2%.

Cannabis Social Clubs

Joining a cannabis social clubs is one of the legal ways to obtain cannabis (weed) in Spain. These clubs are non profit organization which operate on a legal grey area. Cannabis social clubs are authorized to cultivate and distribute cannabis (weed) to it’s members on a private bases.

• Becoming a Member of a Cannabis Social club in Spain. Cannabis social clubs in Spain are not open to the public, only it’s members are granted access. To become a member, you need to register (ID and membership fee). Open to residents, tourists are also welcomed to join cannabis social clubs in Spain.
• Terms of Membership. Members of cannabis social clubs are required to consume marijuana only in the club premises and not outside the club (in public).
• Legal Concerns. Because they operate in a legal gray area, cannabis social clubs in Spain are sometimes subject to police crackdowns and court hearings.

Medical Cannabis in Spain

Spain is currently developing a medical program for cannabis (weed). In October 2025, a royal decree was validated to use marijuana preparations as a therapeutic alternative to severe medical conditions like;

• Multiple sclerosis
• Chronic pain
• Cancer 

This royal decree is still in it’s implementation phase which leaves many patients to resort to cannabis social clubs to obtain marijuana.

Summary

Unlike other European nations, Spain has very relaxed laws when it comes to cannabis (weed) possession. You can legally obtain marijuana in Spain either by cannabis social club membership or the medical marijuana program. Also you can carry up to 100 grams of marijuana for personal use in a private location. This relaxed laws makes it easier for tourists to legally obtain cannabis (weed) in Spain. That said, you should avoid public consumption of marijuana (weed) in Spain to avoid legal action.