Is Weed Legal in Montenegro?

Recreational marijuana is illegal in Montenegro. The Law on the Prevention of Abuse of Narcotic Drugs (Zakon o sprecavanju zloupotrebe droga) classifies cannabis as a controlled substance, and the Criminal Code (Krivicni zakonik) Articles 300 and 301 criminalize unauthorized production, possession, sale, and supply.

Possession for personal use is a criminal offense under Article 301, punishable by a fine or up to three years in prison. Production, sale, or supply under Article 300 carries two to ten years; aggravated trafficking through organized crime extends to twelve years. Cultivation of any plant is criminal regardless of intent. The Police Directorate (Uprava policije) and the Supreme State Prosecutor's Office enforce, while the Ministry of Health sets drug policy.

Public consumption is treated as possession. Tourist hotspots including Budva and Podgorica see active drug-unit enforcement during the summer season. Medical cannabis is not available outside narrow compassionate exceptions managed by hospital ethics committees and ALIMS-equivalent regulators.

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