Visiting New York City from Chile? Here's Where to Find

If you're visiting New York City from Chile and you're 21 or older, the answer is simple: yes, you can legally purchase cannabis at any licensed adult-use dispensary in New York State. No medical card required. No residency requirement. All you need is a valid government-issued ID — and your Chilean passport works perfectly. We're Silly Nice, a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand based in Brooklyn, NYC. We were founded in March 2024 by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and his partner of 25 years, LeVar Thomas. Since launching, we've grown to over 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. We want every visitor to New York — including our guests traveling from Chile — to have the best, safest, and most informed cannabis experience possible. This guide is for you.

New York legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021 under the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). Since then, the legal market has expanded rapidly, giving consumers access to regulated, lab-tested products at licensed dispensaries throughout the five boroughs and beyond. When you shop at a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice products, you're getting cannabis that has been tested for potency, purity, and safety by certified third-party labs. There are no gray areas here. This is fully legal retail cannabis in one of the greatest cities in the world.

Chile actually has one of the more progressive cannabis cultures in South America. Personal possession and private use of cannabis for adults has been decriminalized in Chile, and medical cannabis is legal with a prescription. However, Chile does not have a fully regulated adult-use recreational retail market the way New York does. There are no licensed dispensaries in Chile where you can walk in off the street, browse a product menu, and purchase flower, concentrates, vapes, and infused products with no prescription needed.

New York's adult-use market is a different experience entirely. You walk into a licensed dispensary, explore a full menu of regulated products — all labeled with exact cannabinoid percentages, terpene profiles, and lab-verified data — and make your purchase like any other retail transaction. For visitors from Chile who appreciate cannabis and are curious about what a mature regulated market looks like, NYC offers something genuinely worth experiencing. Our products at Silly Nice are a perfect example of what's possible when a small, independent brand is allowed to operate with full transparency inside a legal framework.

What ID Do You Need and What Are the Purchase Limits?

Your Chilean passport is all you need. Present it at the dispensary door and at the point of sale, and you're good to go. Dispensary staff are well trained and accustomed to working with international visitors. As a tourist, you are subject to the same purchase limits as any adult New York consumer: up to 3 ounces of flower and up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis per transaction. That is more than enough to enjoy during your visit.

This is one of the most important sections of this guide, and we want to be completely clear with you. New York law permits cannabis consumption in private spaces. That means if you're staying with friends or family who own or rent a private residence and consumption is permitted there, you're in a lawful space. However, there are firm restrictions that every visitor must understand before they light up or pop open a vape.

You may NOT consume cannabis in hotel rooms — the vast majority of New York hotels prohibit smoking and vaping of any kind, and violations can result in serious charges to your room or removal from the property. You may NOT consume cannabis on public streets, sidewalks, parks, or other public spaces. You may NOT consume cannabis in any vehicle, whether it's moving or parked. Breaking these rules can result in fines and legal complications you definitely don't want during a vacation. Our strong recommendation: before you purchase, confirm where you'll be consuming. Know your space.

Critical Warning: Do Not Attempt to Bring Cannabis Back to Chile

We can't stress this enough. Transporting cannabis across international borders is illegal — full stop. Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under U.S. federal law, which governs all U.S. airports and international departures. Attempting to bring cannabis from New York to Chile — whether in checked luggage or carry-on — exposes you to serious federal criminal liability in the United States. Chilean customs law also prohibits the importation of cannabis. Enjoy what you purchase here, in New York, during your stay. Do not risk your safety, your freedom, or your ability to return to the United States for future visits.

We recommend using Weedmaps to locate licensed dispensaries near you. You can find our full brand listing at weedmaps.com/brands/silly-nice, where you can search for nearby stores that carry our products, check menus, read reviews, and plan your visit. Weedmaps is the most reliable cannabis dispensary directory for New York, and it only lists licensed legal retailers. Always purchase from a licensed dispensary. Never buy cannabis from unlicensed street vendors — you have no way of knowing what's in those products, and you're taking a legal and health risk that simply isn't worth it when legitimate dispensaries are this accessible.

Silly Nice is currently available in over 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State, including many in and around New York City. Whether you're exploring Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island, there is very likely a dispensary near you carrying our products. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/store-locator to find the closest location.

We built Silly Nice for people who care about what they're putting in their body. Every product we make is lab-tested, clearly labeled, and crafted with intention. As a family-run, veteran-owned brand born out of Brooklyn, we take enormous pride in what we bring to market. Here's a complete look at our current lineup, with the exact specs you deserve to know before you buy.

Concentrates and Hash — For the Experienced Consumer

Our Diamond Powder is 1 gram of crystalline THC at 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids, priced at $50. This is one of the purest concentrate forms available in the New York legal market. It's versatile — use it to top flower, dab it, or mix it into a session for an elevated experience. If you appreciate precision and potency, Diamond Powder is in a class by itself.

Our Frosted Hash Ball is 1 gram of premium hand-pressed hash at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and an exceptional 5.7% terpene content, priced at $50. Terpene-forward and rich in character, the Frosted Hash Ball is for the consumer who wants the full spectrum of the cannabis plant expressed in a single, beautifully crafted product. Our Bubble Hash is 1 gram at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene content in our lineup — at $44. If you want to taste cannabis the way it was meant to be experienced, Bubble Hash delivers.

Flower and Vapes — Premium Cannabis for Every Style

Our Infused Flower — Papaya Wine — is 3.5 grams at 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids, priced at $60. This is premium indoor flower infused to deliver an experience that goes well beyond standard pre-rolls or basic eighths. Papaya Wine is one of the most talked-about products we make, and for good reason. Whether you're enjoying a quiet evening in a private setting or unwinding after a full day of sightseeing, this product may help adults relax in a way that feels intentional and smooth.

For vape consumers, our 510 Vape Cartridge in Pink Stardust is 1 gram at 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids, priced at $40. It's compatible with any standard 510 battery and offers a clean, consistent experience. Our 2G All-In-One Vape in Alaskan Thunder Fuck is 2 grams at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids, priced at $80. If you want convenience without sacrificing quality, the AIO is our top recommendation for visitors who prefer a ready-to-go format. No battery needed, no setup — just open and enjoy.

We didn't build Silly Nice to be the biggest cannabis brand in New York. We built it to be the most trusted one. Shane Breen and LeVar Thomas have been partners for over 25 years. Shane's military service as a U.S. Army Veteran shapes the discipline and integrity we bring to every product we release. As a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run business, we represent the kind of independent, community-rooted brand that New York City has always produced. We launched in March 2024 and within our first year reached over 150 licensed dispensaries statewide. That growth happened because of consumers who tried our products and told their friends.

When you choose Silly Nice during your visit to New York, you're not just buying cannabis — you're supporting a small business built by real people who care about this industry, this city, and the community of adults who choose to consume responsibly. We're proud to welcome visitors from Chile and from every corner of the world to experience what we've built. New York is one of the greatest cities on earth, and we think the cannabis you enjoy here should match the energy of this place.

Use our store locator to find a licensed dispensary near you before you visit. Check our menu to know exactly what to ask for when you walk in. And remember: 21+, valid passport, consume only in private spaces, and never attempt to cross the border with cannabis. Stay safe, stay legal, and enjoy New York the Silly Nice way.