Is psilocybin legal in the UK?

No. Psilocybin is a Class A controlled substance in the UK under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, making its possession, supply, and production illegal with serious criminal penalties.

Where is psilocybin legal or decriminalised?

Psilocybin is fully legal for supervised therapeutic use in Oregon (USA) and is decriminalised in countries including the Netherlands (via truffles), Portugal, and several US cities such as Denver and Oakland.

What is the difference between decriminalisation and legalisation?

Decriminalisation removes criminal penalties for personal possession but does not make a substance legal to produce or sell. Legalisation creates a regulated framework where a substance can be legally produced, sold, and used under defined conditions.

Is psilocybin legal for medical use anywhere?

Yes. Oregon's Measure 109 allows licensed psilocybin service centres to administer psilocybin to adults. Australia has also authorised psychiatrists to prescribe psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression from 2023.

How do I find out the legal status in a specific country?

Use the Psilobase legal status by country guide or interactive map, which provides jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction breakdowns of current laws, penalties, and any decriminalisation or medical exemptions in force.

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