Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Russia law
Cannabis laws in Voronezh follow Russia’s national law. City-level policy rarely changes cannabis legality; jurisdiction law determines legal risk.
Cannabis is illegal for recreational and medical use. Small amounts may result in administrative penalties, while larger amounts can lead to criminal charges. Enforcement can be severe.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Not available
- Possession: Administrative or criminal
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: High legal risk
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
There were stories of officers confiscating the weed and asking for a $20–60 “fine.” People worried a stop could otherwise mean trouble at the local station.
Where to Buy Marijuana
A VUZ, or college, was where conversations came up. Trava meant grass, plastilin hash and shishki buds. Better flower usually took a contact.
Marijuana Prices
One quote started at about $10 for 30 g of poor flower, with better stuff costing more. The dollar currency wasn’t specified.
Types of Marijuana
Mostly wild flower. It could be surprisingly good.
More Information
The scene was described as similar in other Russian cities of around a million people.