Is Weed Legal in Thailand? What Visitors Need to Know in 2026
Is weed legal in Thailand in 2026? Since mid-2025, cannabis flowers need a medical prescription. Here are the rules every visitor to Koh Samui should know.
Law & Culture
Thailand’s cannabis rules explained, from the 2026 prescription system to the history of cannabis in Thai culture.
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What Is a PT33 Prescription? How Medical Cannabis Works in Thailand
What is a PT33 prescription, who can issue one, which conditions qualify and how long does it last? A clear 2026 guide to medical cannabis in Thailand.
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From Thai Sticks to Prescriptions: A Short History of Cannabis in Thailand
The history of cannabis in Thailand: traditional medicine, the Thai stick era, the 2022 decriminalisation and today’s medical-only rules, in six chapters.
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10 Cannabis Myths Visitors to Thailand Still Believe
Ten cannabis myths about Thailand, debunked: from weed being legal for everyone to indica always sedating and taking a little home. Get the facts first.