Glosario de Cannabis

A private, non-profit association where adult members can legally consume cannabis in Spain. Clubs operate under Spanish constitutional rights to private association and personal consumption. Members must be invited, and walk-in access is prohibited.

A legal status where personal use of cannabis is not criminally prosecuted, though it may still be administratively regulated. In Spain, personal consumption in private spaces is decriminalized, while public consumption and sale remain illegal.

A legal entity under Spanish law (Article 22 of the Constitution) allowing groups to form for shared purposes. Cannabis social clubs operate as private associations, enabling collective cultivation and consumption for members only.

An annual fee (typically €20-50) paid to cannabis clubs covering operational costs and member privileges. This fee supports the club's non-profit operations and is separate from product costs.

The required process where new members must be invited by existing members or use a facilitation service like Weed Madrid. This system maintains the private, non-commercial nature of cannabis clubs and ensures legal compliance.

The ambiguous legal status of cannabis social clubs in Spain. While personal consumption in private is decriminalized and private associations are constitutionally protected, there is no specific legislation explicitly authorizing cannabis clubs.

The legal framework governing cannabis in Spain, including Spanish Penal Code Article 368 (drug trafficking exemption for personal use), Organic Law 1/2015 (citizen security), and Supreme Court ruling STS 484/2015 (cannabis club criteria).

A cannabis social club that welcomes international visitors and typically has English-speaking staff. These clubs are accustomed to helping tourists navigate the membership process with foreign identification.

A cannabis club that has been personally visited and vetted by Weed Madrid for safety, quality, legal compliance, and overall experience. Verified clubs meet strict standards for member safety and service quality.

A quality assessment provided by Weed Madrid based on personal visits to each club. Ratings cover editorial quality, safety, ambience, and location on a 1-5 scale.

The legal requirement that cannabis cultivated by a club can only be distributed to its own members and cannot be sold externally. This maintains the non-commercial nature of cannabis social clubs.

The legal structure required for cannabis clubs in Spain. Clubs must operate without profit motive, with all funds going to operational costs and member services rather than shareholder returns.