Traveling Internationally With Cannabis Could Lead to Arrest, U.S. Warns
The U.S. State Department is warning Americans not to travel internationally with cannabis or cannabis-derived products, even when those products are legal where the journey begins or ends.
Travelers could face arrest, imprisonment or other serious criminal penalties for carrying marijuana, THC, CBD, edibles, vape cartridges, oils or concentrates across an international border.
Cannabis Laws Vary Between Countries
U.S. citizens traveling abroad are subject to the laws of their destination country, which may be significantly stricter than laws in the United States.
Some countries impose severe penalties for possessing even small quantities of cannabis or products containing THC or CBD.
Legal Products Can Still Cause Arrest Abroad
A cannabis product being legal or decriminalized in one location does not make it legal to transport internationally.
The warning applies to checked luggage, carry-on bags and personal belongings. Travelers should carefully inspect their baggage and avoid carrying cannabis products across any international border.
Travelers Urged to Check Local Laws
Americans should review the laws and official travel information for their destination before departing.
The State Department emphasized that travelers should not risk being arrested abroad by carrying cannabis, THC, CBD or related products.
