Quick Facts
| Legal Status | Since | Adult Use | Access Type | Est. Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal (Medical) | 2017 (Law 27350) | Decriminalised / Home cultivation allowed | Physician prescription + REPROCANN registration | ARS varies widely |
How to Get Medical Cannabis in Argentina
- Consult a physician for a qualifying condition
- Apply to REPROCANN (National Registry of Patients who Cultivate Cannabis) for home cultivation rights
- Or receive a prescription for commercially available cannabis medicines
- The REPROCANN system allows medical patients to legally grow their own cannabis
- Argentina has expanded access significantly since 2017
Qualifying Conditions
- Epilepsy
- MS
- Chronic pain
- PTSD
- Cancer
- Anxiety
- Autism
Cost & Clinics
Argentina legalised medical cannabis in 2017 (Law 27350) and expanded the law in 2020 to include home cultivation rights. The REPROCANN system allows registered patients and caregivers to cultivate cannabis. The Supreme Court has ruled personal possession decriminalised for many years. A growing domestic cannabis industry provides commercial products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is medical cannabis legal in Argentina?
Yes — since 2017 (Law 27350). Argentina expanded access in 2020, including home cultivation rights through the REPROCANN registry.
What is REPROCANN?
REPROCANN (National Registry of Patients who Cultivate Cannabis) allows medical patients and their caregivers to legally cultivate cannabis at home. Registration requires a physician certification and ANMAT approval.
Is cannabis decriminalised in Argentina?
Personal possession for private use has been effectively decriminalised by Argentine Supreme Court rulings since 2009. However, public consumption and sales remain illegal.
Can I buy cannabis commercially in Argentina?
Commercial medical cannabis products are available through pharmacies with a prescription. The market is developing — home cultivation through REPROCANN is the primary route for many patients.