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Cannabis Laws in Uruguay: State-Regulated Adult-Use & Medical (IRCCA)

Uruguay legalized and regulates adult-use and medical cannabis under Law 19.172 via IRCCA. Learn about pharmacy purchase, clubs, and homegrow--verify on official links.

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Key takeaways

  • Uruguay regulates adult-use and medical cannabis nationally under Law 19.172.
  • Residents access via pharmacy purchase, homegrow, or cannabis clubs--each requires registration and compliance.
  • Tourists should not assume access; verify current rules on IRCCA before travel.

Uruguay: Cannabis Laws (Plain-Language Overview)

Last updated: June 18, 2026

Legal notice: Informational only; not legal advice. Verify on official portals. Rules apply primarily to Uruguayan residents; tourists cannot access retail unless allowed by current rules. See our Legal Disclaimer & No-Warranty.

High-Level Status

  • Adult-use & medical: Legal and state-regulated under Ley 19.172 (2013) and subsequent regulations.
  • Regulator: IRCCA (Instituto de Regulación y Control del Cannabis) oversees access routes and licensing.

Access Routes (Residents)

  1. Pharmacy purchase - requires IRCCA registration as an Adquirente; monthly purchase limits apply.
  2. Home cultivation - limited number of plants per household; registro required.
  3. Cannabis clubs - non-profit associations with membership caps and controls; registro required.

How to register: IRCCA details the steps (e.g., via Correo Uruguayo offices) and documents needed.

Compliance Notes

  • Keep within possession and purchase limits and club/homegrow rules.
  • Follow labeling and age restrictions; resale is prohibited.
  • Do not carry cannabis across international borders.

Where to Verify

  • Ley 19.172 (texto oficial)
  • IRCCA - instructivos, trámites y vías de acceso
  • Registros IRCCA - información práctica y requisitos actualizados

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References

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gub.uyLey Nº 19.172 (2013) - Texto oficialircca.gub.uyIRCCA - Portal oficialgub.uyGUB.UY - Registros IRCCA (Trámites)ircca.gub.uyIRCCA - ¿Dónde y cómo registrarse?

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