Find cannabis in Uruguay

Q: Buying cannabis in Uruguay — what are the rules?

Allowed with conditions. Uruguay has a national legal system for adult-use cannabis via registered pharmacies, cannabis clubs, or registered home cultivation, but it is open only to citizens or legal/permanent residents. Access requires being 18+ and registration with IRCCA. Conditions: Minimum age 18+; Residents only.

Q: Medical access in Uruguay — what are the rules?

Medical use only. Medical cannabis requires a prescription and dispensing through the regulated medical supply system. Confirm the particular product and eligibility with the prescriber and pharmacy. Conditions: Prescription or medical card required.

Q: Tourist access in Uruguay — what are the rules?

Prohibited. Tourists cannot buy cannabis in Uruguay: the legal system is limited to citizens or legal/permanent residents registered with IRCCA.

11 venues · 3 cities

Allowed with conditionsTourist access: Prohibited · Medical access: Medical use only

Allowed with conditions: Uruguay has a national legal system for adult-use cannabis via registered pharmacies, cannabis clubs, or registered home cultivation, but it is open only to citizens or legal/permanent residents. Access requires being 18+ and registration with IRCCA. Conditions: Minimum age 18+; Residents only. Last reviewed 2026-08-30.

Source: ircca.gub.uy

Last reviewed2026-08-30

Full law guide for Uruguay

Is cannabis legal in Uruguay?

Buying cannabis in Uruguay — what are the rules?Allowed with conditions

Minimum age 18+
Residents only

Residents/citizens only: registration with IRCCA and citizenship or legal residence are required.

Pharmacy strains reach roughly 20% THC as of 2026, which reflects the current pharmacy range rather than a universal cap.

Answer verified on 2026-08-30. · Sources and references

Tourist access in Uruguay — what are the rules?Prohibited

Non-residents cannot register or purchase; citizenship or legal residence and IRCCA registration are required.

Never carry cannabis across a national border.

Answer verified on 2026-08-30. · Sources and references

Medical access in Uruguay — what are the rules?Medical use only

Medical cannabis requires a prescription and dispensing through the regulated medical supply system. Confirm the particular product and eligibility with the prescriber and pharmacy.

Prescription or medical card required

Check the product-specific medical conditions and dispensing requirements. Travel and import permissions must be checked separately.

Answer verified on 2026-08-30. · Sources and references

Can tourists buy cannabis in Uruguay?

Tourists cannot buy cannabis in Uruguay: the legal system is limited to citizens or legal/permanent residents registered with IRCCA.

Minimum age: 18+ with photo ID.

Answer verified on 2026-08-30.

Cannabis venues in Uruguay at a glance

How many cannabis venues are listed in Uruguay?

420.camp lists 11 cannabis venues in Uruguay: 6 pharmacies, 4 grow shops, 1 cbd & hemp shop.

What do the listings in Uruguay include?

Opening hours: 8. Phone number: 6. Photos: 7. Confirmed by the owner or a licence check: 0.

Sources and references

420.camp editorial review process

Last reviewed: 2026-08-30
Other rules on this page updated: 2026-09-17
Next scheduled review: 2026-11-28

This is a plain-language informational summary, not legal advice. Rules can change and may differ by municipality or venue. Check the linked official sources before acting.

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