Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Mexico law
Cannabis laws in Sayulita follow Mexico’s national law. Cannabis enforcement and penalties are governed by jurisdiction law, not city-specific rules in most cases.
Personal possession of small amounts of cannabis is decriminalized for adults. Medical cannabis is legal with authorization. Commercial sales remain prohibited, and legal risk may still exist for larger quantities or public use.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Decriminalized (personal)
- Medical: Legal
- Possession: Decriminalized for small amounts
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: Same rules apply; caution advised
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Legislative History
Mexico's Supreme Court decriminalized recreational adult use in 2021, allowing possession of up to 28 grams and personal cultivation of up to six plants. Medical cannabis has been regulated since 2017, with prescription access for patients. While progress toward a fully regulated commercial market continues, licensed retail sales remain in development as of December 2025.
Law Enforcement
Police patrolled the beaches frequently. I stayed clear of them when smoking.
Where to Buy Marijuana
I asked around the square. The best deals came from farmer types in blue jeans and cowboy hats, in their thirties to fifties. I worried some younger sellers worked with police.
Marijuana Prices
“My best deal was US$10 for nearly an ounce of decent nugget. My worst was $15 for less than an eighth of sticks, seeds and brown crap.”
Types of Marijuana
More Information
Keep looking for a fair deal from someone who probably grows it. People talked about carrying bribe money when they toked. That isn’t a reliable way out of trouble.