Cannabis — Cuba

Cannabis is illegal in Cuba — possessing any amount is a criminal offense, not a ticket. Cuba's Penal Code (Ley 151/2022, art. 236(b)) punishes simple possession of cannabis or its derivatives without authorization with 6 months to 2 years in prison, a fine, or both. Bringing drugs into the country, cultivating cannabis, or possessing it with intent to traffic carries 4 to 10 years (art. 235.1), and aggravated international trafficking can carry 10 to 30 years, life imprisonment, or the death penalty (art. 235.2). Both the UK and US governments warn that Cuban courts impose severe penalties for drug offenses — pack your own luggage and never carry items for anyone else.

Simple possession of cannabis or its derivatives without authorization: 6 months to 2 years' imprisonment or a fine of 200–500 cuotas, or both (Penal Code, art. 236(b)). Trafficking-class conduct — including introducing drugs into national territory, cultivating cannabis, or knowingly possessing cannabis seeds or plant parts: 4 to 10 years (art. 235.1). Aggravated cases, including international drug trafficking, entry by vessel or aircraft in international transport, relatively large quantities, or organized crime: 10 to 30 years, life imprisonment, or death, plus asset confiscation where applicable (arts. 235.2, 235.5).