Smoking Tolerance Level

[1= very illegal 5=virtually legal]: 4

Marijuana Laws & Legislation for Nanjing

Marijuana is illegal in Nanjing, China for both recreational and medical use as of 2025. Cannabis laws in China are among the strictest in the world, and marijuana use is considered a serious crime. Possession of marijuana, even in small amounts, can lead to imprisonment or severe legal consequences, including long prison sentences. Cannabis trafficking and cultivation are treated as major offenses with the potential for the death penalty in extreme cases. Despite some discussions about medical cannabis in other parts of the world, China remains firm in its opposition to any form of marijuana legalization. Cannabis cultivation is strictly illegal, and the government continues to vigorously enforce its marijuana prohibition policies.

Please note that marijuana laws are subject to change. For the most current information, consult your countries official resources or legal counsel.

Law Enforcement

Locals are dealt harshly here, but as a foreigner, the maximum penalty is 3 weeks in jail followed by deportation. Police usually don’t bother with non ethnic Han Chinese due to language barriers and bureaucracy involved. Also, they focus more on heroine than marijuana.

I’ve seen foreigners smoking herb in the middle of public plazas before.

Where to buy marijuana in Nanjing

At some bars you will get approached occasionally. Some XinJianese will have hash. The best way is to go through other expats. Students studying Chinese such as at Nanjing University or Southeast University often know where to get it.

Marijuana Prices in Nanjing

100 RMB per gram for hash or bud, sometimes you can get 500RMB for an ounce during November-December during harvest if you have a direct connect. The bud is grown outdoor and seeded, and it will only get you high with a lot of effort, but it’s better than nothing.

Marijuana Brands

Xinjianese hash or bud, also bud from Yunnan shows up occasionally.