We talk a lot about cannabis strains and growing, but what about travelling with cannabis seeds? The laws vary from country to country and can quickly get confusing. In the Netherlands, you can buy, sell and keep cannabis seeds as souvenirs, but you can't germinate them. That might sound odd for a country full of coffee shops, but it's true. In Germany, you can buy, sell and germinate cannabis seeds, grow them all the way and consume the end product. But you might not want to risk crossing the border from one to another with a pocket full of seeds. Though you might think, "You gotta do what you gotta do", and in that case, here are some tips for travelling with cannabis seeds.
Tips for Travelling with Cannabis Seeds
Know the Law
Yes, as stated in the clumsily written intro, the law changes depending on where you are, which makes it tricky when it comes to travelling with cannabis seeds. What you can do in Germany and Spain, you might be able to do in the UK and Poland. Research before travel is a must. Even in countries where cannabis is legal, and the sale of cannabis seeds is fine, it might be an offence to cross country, state or provincial lines.
Be discreet
So you've spent your hard-earned money on some cannabis seeds, and the last thing you want is for them to catch the eye of a customs official. That's a tricky business when the packaging of your seeds is larger than a bomb and more colourful than a rainbow. With any purchase, we advise that cannabis seeds are sold as souvenirs, and the best way to guarantee the safe arrival of your seeds is to remove them from the packer. This is not your option if you plan to keep them as souvenirs. However, if you intend to take your chances and pop your latest purchase, then it should not be a problem.
Mix them up
If you're happy to remove the cannabis seeds from the package, you can mix them in with other seeds, nuts or food items. It won't stop them from being detected, but it will avoid suspicion and the likelihood of your luggage being searched.
Cannabis Seeds and Customs
Customs authorities in many countries screen for illegal substances, including seeds. While seeds might not trigger drug-sniffing dogs, customs inspections could still lead to their discovery. In some cases, such as if you're carrying seeds for agricultural purposes in countries where they're legal, it may be safer to declare them at customs. You don't want to get caught somewhere where cannabis seeds are red hot illegal. It could lead to hefty fines, criminal charges, and, in some places, imprisonment.
Cannabis Seeds in the Mail
One option to avoid the hot sweat of an airport or a ferry port is to post your cannabis seeds. They could still be intercepted in countries where they are illegal, but putting them in the mail is, for some, a better option than carrying them on their person.
Cannabis Seeds Online or In-store
Just because you're in the Amsterdam Seed Center and you want to buy all the cannabis seeds doesn't mean you have to leave the store with more than you can carry. You can pay and place the order, and we will use our service carrier to deliver it to your door (in the countries send to).
Conclusion
Life is full of risks, and travelling with cannabis seeds to most places in the world is a small one. However, getting caught in possession of cannabis seeds in the wrong place could cost you anything up and until your life. On a brighter note, we have not had news from any customers about being locked up, but be careful and stay informed. Happy Growing!