Does Chile have a recreational use program?

No, Chile does not have a recreational use program.

Does Chile have a medical program?

Yes, medical cannabis is legal in Chile. In 2015, Chile’s conservative government passed medical marijuana laws, making the country one of the first in Latin America to so.

Chile’s medical marijuana law lets people grow, sell, and use medical marijuana under certain circumstances. It also lets researchers study cannabis for medical or scientific reasons. The Ministry of Health and the country’s Public Health Institute (ISP) are in charge of approving uses and setting rules for their operation.

Chile opened the biggest medical marijuana farm in South America in 2016 and in 2017, the first shops opened in Santiago, the country’s capital.

What are the rules for medical use?

In Chile, people who want to use medical marijuana must have a prescription from a licensed doctor. The medical condition and the amount of medication that needs to be taken must be written on the prescription.

Doctors who give out cannabis without a valid explanation can go to jail for up to 15 years and have to pay a fine. Medical cannabis providers can get the same punishments and even have their whole business shut down.

Medical marijuana products must also be made in Chile and meet certain quality standards, as required by law.

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, and Epilepsy are some of the conditions that cannabis has been allowed to treat in Chile.

What are the medical program limits?

Patients must have a prescription from a qualified physician, which supports their need for medical marijuana and includes the daily consumption in grams. Patients must then buy medical marijuana from a licensed pharmacy.

Some sources say that medical marijuana users who meet certain requirements can grow up to six cannabis plants for their personal use. Patients can also join a club that grows cannabis together if the government allows them.

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

No clear medical rules yet.

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

No clear medical rules yet.

Is CBD legal in Chile?

Yes, CBD is legal in Chile. Since medical marijuana became legal in 2015, people have been able to use CBD products for medical reasons. It is important to remember, though, that these medicines can only be bought with a prescription from a doctor and only through official channels.

Is cannabis decriminalized in Chile?

Yes, cannabis is decriminalized in Chile. Chilean law makes a difference between possessing cannabis, using it, and cultivating it. Even though it is no longer illegal to have or use small amounts of marijuana for personal use, it is still a misdemeanor that can lead to fines, rehab, or other punishments. It is against the law to grow cannabis plants unless they are needed for medical or scientific research. Selling or trafficking marijuana is illegal and can lead to harsh punishments, such as jail time.