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Marijuana Laws

As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Saudi Arabia law

Cannabis laws in Jeddah follow Saudi Arabia’s national law. Local variations are uncommon—jurisdiction law sets the baseline for legality and penalties.

Cannabis is strictly illegal in all forms. Possession, use, or trafficking can result in severe penalties, including lengthy imprisonment. There is no medical or decriminalized framework.

Quick facts

  • Recreational: Illegal
  • Medical: Not available
  • Possession: Severe penalties
  • Buying/Selling: Severe penalties
  • Tourists: No tolerance; extreme risk

Practical guidance

Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.

Law Enforcement

Checkpoints came up regularly. A driver could be stopped just for a licence check, and a smoky car would stand out.

Where to Buy Marijuana

Karantina and the lanes between old houses in Al-Balad were the places mentioned. It came down to private introductions.

Marijuana Prices

  • SAR 250 for half a finger of hash or SAR 500 for a whole finger.
  • About SAR 4,500 for half a kilo.

Types of Marijuana

Several kinds of hash. The selection changed by the week or month.

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