Can tourists legally buy cannabis (weed) in the Canary Islands in 2026?  The rocky volcanic isles of the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the northwest African coast, are well-known for their beaches with black and white sand. The biggest island, Tenerife, is dominated by the occasionally snowy active volcano Mt. Teide, which is a part of Teide National Park and has its own astronomical observatory. Tenerife’s capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, conducts a massive pre-Lent Carnival.

Weed Laws in the Canary Islands in 2026

• As of January 2026,  carrying, displaying, or using marijuana in public is still prohibited in the Canary Islands.
• You won’t get a pat down for a gram or two if you are shy about it.
• Recreational cannabis is still illegal but possession for personal use is decriminalized.
• In Tenerife including the Canary Islands, personal use of cannabis in private settings is permitted, but open sales are prohibited.
• Cannabis social clubs, where members can lawfully buy and use cannabis products, have grown in popularity as a result.
• To maintain privacy and legal compliance, these private clubs are subject to stringent operating guidelines.

What Not to Do When Visiting the Canary Islands

Steer clear of smoking, drinking, and vaping in public areas, such as the beach or the streets. All of the Canary Islands have banned it.

Can You Smoke Weed on Your Balcony in the Canary Islands?

Fortunately, it is lawful to possess and/or consume cannabis in amounts that are considered appropriate for personal use while you are on private property, such as a private residence, a private cannabis social club, or any other location that is not open to the public.

Where Can You Legally Smoke Weed in the Canary Islands in 2026?

Yes, you can legally smoke cannabis (weed) in the Canary Islands provided you join a cannabis club.

Is Weed Legal in the Canary Islands for Tourists in 2026?

• Cannabis for recreational use is not legal in Grand Canaria but small scale or private use is decriminalized.
• weed can be purchased legally in the Canary Islands through cannabis clubs.
• These cannabis clubs are open exclusively to locals.
• It is illegal for tourists to join or buy cannabis (weed) from cannabis clubs in the Canary Islands.

How to Join a Cannabis Social Club in Tenerife

You have to be a member of a private cannabis social club in Tenerife to get cannabis in the Canary Islands. A brief guide to joining is provided here:

Step 1: Apply for membership by bringing your ID to the club (or, for visitors, your passport).
Step 2: To use the club’s resources and amenities, pay a nominal membership fee.
Step 3: Adhere to the club’s rules on allowed purchases and drinking.

How to Buy Cannabis (Weed) in the Canary Islands as a Tourist in 2026

• As a tourists, you cannot legally purchase cannabis (weed) in the Canary Islands from cannabis clubs. You are not permitted to do that unless you are a resident of the territory. 
• The best way to get cannabis delivered to you is go get in contact with street vendors.
• Unlike major cities in Europe like Paris, or Munich, you will never find street vendors in the Canary Islands.
• However, all marijuana street vendors in the Canary Islands operate exclusively on telegram.  
•  You get in contact with them, place order and provide your drop off location.
• If you are ordering marijuana for personal use then you have nothing to worry about. Possession for private or personal use is decriminalized.
• That said, you should never smoke marijuana in the Canary Islands in public.

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