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Netherlands
Europe
Netherlands is located in Europe. Travelers should be aware that cannabis is NOT legal - just 'tolerated' in coffee shops (5g max). Hard drugs remain illegal. Review the laws below before your trip.
Cannabis is NOT legal - just 'tolerated' in coffee shops (5g max). Hard drugs remain illegal.
Quick Overview
13
Illegal
10
Restricted
7
Legal
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Medications
AdderallPrescription only
XanaxPrescription only
CodeinePrescription only
MelatoninPrescription only
Birth controlLegal
Plan BAt pharmacy
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Substances
Cannabis in coffee shopTolerated (5g max)
Cannabis on streetTechnically illegal
Growing cannabis5 plants tolerated
Magic mushroomsBanned 2008
Magic trufflesLegal
Hard drugsIllegal
Drug testingTest centers available
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Items & Devices
Pocket knifeContext dependent
Pepper sprayIllegal
FireworksOnly Dec 31-Jan 1
DroneMany restrictions
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Activities
Biking drunk€140 fine
Bikes have priorityALWAYS
Red light district photosDon't photograph workers
Urinating in canal€140 fine
Drinking in publicGenerally OK
Laughing gasBanned 2023
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Digital
VPN useLegal
TorrentingMonitored
Online gamblingLegal (licensed)
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Definitely Illegal
Hard drugsNot tolerated
WeaponsStrict laws
DiscriminationProsecuted
Not having bike lights€60 fine
Quick Overview
13
Illegal
10
Restricted
7
Legal
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Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public sources and may not reflect the most recent legal changes. Laws can change rapidly and enforcement varies. Always verify current regulations with official government sources or legal counsel before traveling. IsItLegalHere is not a substitute for professional legal advice.