Bangkok Changed
The 2022 headlines are out of date. The rules have changed since then, so read up before you land.
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HighAbroad is a city-by-city guide to cannabis laws for travelers. What the law says, what actually happens in practice, the penalties, the border rules and the scams to avoid. Facts first, with a bit of fun. No airport surprises.
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First stops
The ten pilot cities we're mapping first. Pack your curiosity, not your stash.
Tokyo Strict
Very strict. Even the gummy or CBD product in your carry-on deserves a hard second look.
Dubai Strict
Zero tolerance, and yes, that includes the vape pen. A stopover is no exception.
Paris Changed
Illegal, with newly updated fines. Croissants are fine. Everything else, read the fine print first.
London It's complicated
What the law says on paper and what happens on the street are two different things. We cover both.
Barcelona It's complicated
"Social clubs", street touts and tourist traps. A grey zone with plenty of scams to avoid.
Cancún It's complicated
There are no legal sales, but there are plenty of tall tales. Know your rights before you hit the beach.
Bali Strict
Paradise with some of the toughest drug laws anywhere. Don't learn this one the hard way.
Rome Changed
Even the rules on hemp are changing. When in Rome, check the latest before you do anything.
Prague It's complicated
Carrying a small amount and buying it fall under very different rules. Welcome to the grey zone.
What every city guide covers
Plain-English answers, with sources and the date they were last checked.
⚖️ Law vs. practiceWhat's written down and how it's actually enforced.
🚨 PenaltiesFines, jail, deportation and what affects them.
🛂 Border rulesAirports, layovers, CBD and prescriptions.
✅ Legal optionsMedical access and lawful alternatives, where they exist.
🎭 CultureLocal attitudes, etiquette and how not to be that tourist.
🕳️ ScamsFake clubs, set-ups and shakedowns aimed at tourists.
💚 Harm reductionHealth, safety and what to do if things go wrong.
🔔 Law-change alertsGet an email when the rules change in your city.
What we'll never do
We don't sell, source or point you to cannabis. We never say where or from whom to buy anything illegally. HighAbroad covers what the law says and how to stay safe, and that's it.