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Drugs — Costa Rica
What travelers need to know about drugs in Costa Rica. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Get alerted when this changesLawLert pings you if Drugs law changes in Costa Rica. Free.Get the free appDrugs in Costa Rica: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.
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Having, using, or selling illegal drugs is a crime, and hallucinogens like ayahuasca and kambo offered in spiritual ceremonies are unregulated by Costa Rica's health ministry.
Heavy fines and jail; travelers have been assaulted, injured, or robbed while under the influence in ceremonies.
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