Is Weed Legal in Corfu?

No — weed (THC cannabis) is illegal in Corfu and everywhere in Greece in 2026. ❌🌿

🇬🇷 Current cannabis laws in Corfu (2026)

Recreational cannabis

• Illegal to possess, use, buy, sell, or grow.

• Even small amounts can lead to arrest and charges. 

• First-time offenders with small quantities may receive reduced penalties (e.g., suspended sentence, rehab program, or short jail term up to ~5 months), but it can still create a criminal record. 

Medical cannabis

• Legal only with a prescription from a Greek doctor.

• Dispensed through licensed pharmacies under strict regulation. 

• Tourists usually cannot use foreign prescriptions or import their own cannabis. 

CBD products

• Legal if THC ≤ 0.2%.

• Usually sold in CBD shops, pharmacies, or wellness stores. 

⚠️ Important for tourists

• There are no legal dispensaries or cannabis social clubs in Corfu like in Spain. 

• Bringing weed into Greece or carrying it through airports can lead to serious legal trouble. 

🌿 Cannabis scene in Corfu (2026)

Even though weed is illegal, cannabis does exist socially, mainly around nightlife and backpacker areas.

Where it tends to appear (informally):

• Kavos – biggest party area, sometimes street offers at night

• Sidari – backpacker bars and beach scene

• Corfu Town – student/locals scene, but more discreet

⚠️ However:

• No legal dispensaries

• No cannabis cafés

• Police do occasional patrols in nightlife areas

• Street sellers sometimes target tourists (quality and safety can be questionable)

So the scene is low-key and underground, unlike parts of Western Europe.

✅ Summary:

• Recreational weed: Illegal

• Medical cannabis: Legal with Greek prescription only

• CBD (≤0.2% THC): Legal