Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Mongolia law
Cannabis laws in Ulaanbaatar follow Mongolia’s national law. Legal status and penalties are set at the country/state level, not by the city.
Recreational and medical cannabis are illegal. Possession, use, or distribution can lead to severe legal penalties.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Not available
- Possession: Illegal
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: No exceptions; strict penalties possible
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
There was talk of police taking bribes. Being caught with less than 5 g was said to carry a risk of a day or two at the station and a $50 fine. Selling was said to draw at least a year in detention. These were claims about enforcement at the time.
Where to Buy Marijuana
Nightclubs and the crowd in front of the State Department Store were the places mentioned.
Marijuana Prices
- About $5 for a joint.
- About $20 for 3 g of hash. Prices depended on the seller, and the source didn’t specify the dollar currency.
Types of Marijuana
Wild-grown flower was described as common, with a medium, uplifting high. Hash and oil were said to come from neighbouring countries.