Is Weed Legal in Chile?

Recreational cannabis is decriminalised in Chile for personal, private use under Law No. 20,000 of 2005. The statute prohibits public consumption, supply, and trafficking, but Article 4 explicitly excludes "immediate personal consumption in a private setting and exclusive use, in a place free of public access." Quantities deemed personal — generally understood by jurisprudence as up to 10 grams — are not criminalised when consumed privately, though the law leaves judicial discretion over thresholds.

The Servicio Nacional para la Prevención y Rehabilitación del Consumo de Drogas y Alcohol (SENDA) leads policy, with the Carabineros and Policía de Investigaciones handling enforcement. Cultivation of up to six plants for personal use is broadly tolerated where judicial findings confirm non-trafficking intent, though arrests for home cultivation remain common and outcomes vary by court. Public consumption carries a fine of 1 to 10 UTM.

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.