Can I travel with medical marijuana within the EU?

01. 03. 2026

It is expected that in the near future, cannabis will be legal in more European countries. When this happens, users will be able to freely possess any amount of this product, whether on business or recreational trips. Since cannabis is still considered an illegal substance, laws regulating the right to carry cannabis while traveling are unfortunately still in their infancy. If you want to take cannabis with you, conduct a very thorough investigation to avoid getting into trouble.

Cannabis in Europe

Medical cannabis is available and legal in several European Union countries, but this does not mean that uniform and consistent laws allowing cannabis travel apply throughout the EU. It can be said that there is still a lot of work ahead. Yes, you can transport a certain amount of cannabis in Europe. However, it is up to you to find out what laws apply in the countries you are traveling to. You must also ensure that you have all the necessary documents required in those countries. Keep in mind that bureaucracy is very slow and time-consuming.

Traveling between Schengen countries with medical marijuana

If you are traveling between Schengen countries, you must complete the appropriate application form. Please note that processing your application will take approximately 4 weeks. So if you intend to bring medical marijuana within the EU, you must plan your trip well in advance. Do not rely on a spontaneous last-minute vacation with the possibility of bringing hash home. If you are traveling outside the Schengen countries, you will likely need a doctor's certificate and a proper travel passport for your medication.

Administration and Bureaucracy

We strongly recommend that you contact the embassy of the country you are traveling to and discuss the matter in detail. You will usually receive information via email or phone call. It may seem like an inconvenience, but it is only a fraction of the troubles you may encounter if you are caught with unapproved medications abroad. Many cannabis users give up traveling if they cannot take it with them. For some, the ability to access cannabis is much more important than the choice of country they want to visit on vacation. Some medical cannabis users organize their vacation based on whether cannabis is legal in the country they plan to visit.

Can you travel through the EU with self-grown medical marijuana?

Although many cannabis users have their own harvest grown from feminized and autoflowering seeds, this does not mean they can take them abroad. In fact, only four specific types of cannabis products are considered permitted. Their overview is provided in the following table.

Manufacturer	Description	Use	Product Type
Sativex (nabiximol)	1:1 THC: oral CBD spray	Multiple Sclerosis	Oral spray
Marinol	Synthetic THC	MS, Cancer, AIDS	Gelatin capsule
Cesamet (Nabilon)	Synthetic THC-type compound	Cancer	Capsules
Bedrocan	Cannabis buds/flowers	Numerous conditions!	Hard flower buds with varying THC/CBD content.

According to the above guidelines, the type of cannabis you can have with you is significantly limited. If you want to take cannabis flowers with you, it must be Bedrocan. It is possible that the situation will change in the near future when regulations are modernized and cannabis becomes available from new European producers. However, if you want to travel through the EU with cannabis products, you currently have limited options. To make matters worse, there are many mandatory documents to be processed that will ensure your peace of mind while traveling. Do not expect to be able to travel freely through the EU with your favorite product, supplies of hash, or other unapproved cannabis extract.

Spain and the Netherlands. Easy Access to High-Quality Cannabis

In Spain, there is a network of social clubs that offer legal cannabis at reasonable prices once you register and enter the club. The area around Barcelona is particularly rich in this type of place for social cannabis consumption. The Netherlands, meanwhile, is one of the oldest and most well-known places where legal cannabis is offered. Especially in Amsterdam and its surroundings, there are many highly regarded coffee shops known for serving high-quality cannabis. Cannabis lovers traveling to North America will find the most hospitable hosts in Canada. Medical and recreational marijuana have been fully legalized here. The United States has legalized recreational and medical marijuana in approximately half of the states. Don't forget to check which places are safe for you before visiting the States!

Other Options for Cannabis Users Traveling to the EU

Smuggling marijuana poses a great risk that can ruin even the best vacation. However, some people choose to take this risk. Of course, it depends a lot on the country you are visiting. In some countries, they will confiscate the found drug, in others they will happily ruin your vacation, and in others, you will serve a prison sentence. Therefore, the best option is to plan your vacation in countries where cannabis is legally for sale.