FAQ
Netherlands: common questions
Is psychedelic therapy legal in Netherlands?
Access depends on the substance, program rules and eligibility described below. Truffles legal and sold openly.
What does the current law say?
Opiumwet (truffles not listed), Psilocybin mushrooms were banned in 2008, but their underground form, sclerotia, sold as "truffles", is not listed under the Opiumwet and is sold legally in licensed smartshops. Most Dutch psychedelic retreats legally use truffles. Ketamine is available by prescription.
What does that mean for me?
Truffles are legal and sold in licensed smartshops Dried mushrooms are banned, retreats use truffles instead No government licensing of retreat centers; quality varies Ketamine is available by prescription
Who licenses providers here?
We don't have a licensing authority on record for listed providers here.
How many providers are listed, and are their licenses confirmed?
5 listed; 0 with a license confirmed against an official registry.
What services can I find?
Psilocybin truffle retreats.
Which remote stages are documented?
No stage-specific remote arrangement is documented in these listings. 0 unique listings have a remote-service or support record. Unknown arrangements are not evidence that remote support is unavailable. Preparation and integration are separate from administration; these records do not establish legal permission or clinical eligibility for remote treatment.
Is this legal advice?
No. Laws change often, confirm with the official sources below or a licensed attorney.
Official sources
- Official recordSource checked 2026-10-12Drugs policy in the Netherlands
