Is Cannabis / THC legal in Slovenia?

Legal status

Cannabis illicit (classified by Decree) — possession for personal use a minor offence (ZPPPD Art 33: fine ~€42–209); trafficking (KZ-1 Art 186) 1–10 years to 3–15; certain cannabis-based MEDICINES permitted (limited, no flower); [referendum] 9 June 2024 consultative vote narrowly favored personal-use cultivation/possession (~51.6%), bill followed but NOT enacted; no death penalty (EU)

Consequences if caught

Cannabis is an illicit drug in Slovenia, classified by the Decree on Classification of Illicit Drugs. In Slovenia (EU; no death penalty), possession for personal use is a MINOR OFFENCE under the Production of and Trade in Illicit Drugs Act (ZPPPD, Art 33) — a fine of about €42–209, lighter or remitted if the person enters approved treatment. Trafficking or manufacture (Criminal Code KZ-1 Art 186) draws 1–10 years, rising to 3–15 years when aggravated (organized, or involving minors or vulnerable persons); facilitating consumption (Art 187) draws 6 months–12 years. Illicit drugs are classified in three categories by the Decree on Classification of Illicit Drugs. [referendum] A 9 June 2024 consultative referendum narrowly favored allowing cultivation and possession for limited personal use (about 51.6% in favor) and a bill followed — NOT yet enacted law.

If prescribed or medical

Certain cannabis-based medicines are permitted (limited; no flower program).

Documentation

In Slovenia (EU; no death penalty), possession for personal use is a MINOR OFFENCE under the Production of and Trade in Illicit Drugs Act (ZPPPD, Art 33) — a fine of about €42–209, lighter or remitted if the person enters approved treatment. Trafficking or manufacture (Criminal Code KZ-1 Art 186) draws 1–10 years, rising to 3–15 years when aggravated (organized, or involving minors or vulnerable persons); facilitating consumption (Art 187) draws 6 months–12 years. Illicit drugs are classified in three categories by the Decree on Classification of Illicit Drugs. Certain cannabis-based medicines are permitted (limited; no flower program). [referendum] A 9 June 2024 consultative referendum narrowly favored allowing cultivation and possession for limited personal use (about 51.6% in favor) and a bill followed — NOT yet enacted law. Carry any controlled medicine with its prescription and confirm requirements with your embassy before travel.

Drug laws and enforcement change and vary within a country. This is not legal advice. Always confirm with Slovenia’s embassy or official drug authority before traveling; penalties can be severe, including imprisonment.