Visiting New York City from Colombia? Here's Where to

If you're visiting New York City from Colombia and curious about the legal cannabis scene here, we want to give you a straight answer right away: yes, adults 21 and older can legally purchase cannabis in New York City at any licensed adult-use dispensary, and your valid Colombian passport works just fine as your ID. No state residency required. No special permit. Just a government-issued photo ID proving you are 21 or older, and you are good to walk into a licensed shop and explore one of the most dynamic legal cannabis markets in the world.

We are Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand founded right here in Brooklyn, NYC. We were launched in March 2024 by co-founders Shane Breen, a proud U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, partners for over 25 years. Since launching, we have placed our products in more than 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. We built this brand from the ground up with real craftsmanship, real community, and real transparency — and we want to make sure every visitor to this city, including those coming all the way from Colombia, has the information they need to experience legal cannabis the right way.

This guide is specifically designed to help Colombian tourists navigate New York City's legal cannabis landscape — from understanding what you can buy, where to find it, what ID to bring, and critically, what you absolutely cannot do when it comes time to leave. Let's walk you through everything.

Colombia has historically been one of the world's most significant cannabis-producing countries, and in recent years the nation has made meaningful moves toward regulated medical and industrial cannabis. Personal possession of small amounts has been decriminalized in Colombia for some time, and the country has developed a growing legal medical market. However, adult-use recreational cannabis is not yet fully legal in the same way it is in New York State. The framework for legal recreational purchase and consumption in a licensed retail environment simply does not exist in Colombia the way it does here.

New York's adult-use cannabis program, launched under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), allows any adult 21 or older — regardless of residency or nationality — to walk into a licensed dispensary and legally purchase cannabis products. The retail experience is regulated, transparent, lab-tested, and age-verified. Every product on a licensed dispensary shelf in New York has been tested for potency, purity, and safety by accredited labs. When you purchase Silly Nice, for example, you are getting products with published cannabinoid percentages and terpene data on the label — no guessing, no uncertainty.

For Colombian visitors who may be accustomed to a gray-market or informal cannabis culture, stepping into a legal New York dispensary can feel like a genuinely new experience. It is clean, professional, educational, and designed to make you feel informed and confident about what you are purchasing. We think that is how it should always be.

Your ID and Purchase Limits

Your valid Colombian passport is all you need to verify your age at any New York licensed dispensary. Budtenders are trained to accept valid government-issued international ID, and a passport is universally recognized. Make sure your passport is current and clearly displays your date of birth. As long as you are 21 or older, you are legally permitted to purchase cannabis in New York State.

When it comes to how much you can buy in a single transaction, New York law allows adults to purchase up to 3 ounces of cannabis flower and up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis products per transaction. That is a generous limit for most visitors. You will not need to worry about hitting purchase limits unless you are stocking up significantly, and even then, the rules are reasonable and clearly posted in every licensed shop.

Where You Can and Cannot Consume

This is one of the most important things for any visitor to understand. Legal purchase does not mean legal consumption everywhere. In New York City, cannabis may only be consumed in private spaces — which typically means inside a private residence where the property owner permits it. You cannot consume cannabis on public streets, in parks, in hotel rooms (hotels are private businesses that almost universally prohibit cannabis), in restaurants, in rideshares, or in any vehicle whatsoever. Violating public consumption rules can result in fines and legal complications you do not want to deal with as a tourist.

If you are staying with friends or family in NYC, check with your host about their comfort level with cannabis consumption on the property. Some short-term rental properties may also have explicit policies. The bottom line: always make sure you are in an explicitly permitted private space before consuming. Plan ahead, and you will have a smooth, enjoyable, and fully legal experience.

We cannot stress this strongly enough, and we say this with genuine care for every person reading this guide. Do not — under any circumstances — attempt to bring cannabis purchased in New York back to Colombia with you when you travel home. Cannabis remains illegal under United States federal law, which means transporting it across any international border from the U.S. is a federal crime. This applies to all international departures from American airports, ports, and border crossings, including your return flight to Colombia.

On the Colombian side, while personal possession has been decriminalized in limited amounts, importing cannabis products from another country is a separate matter entirely and carries serious legal consequences under Colombian law. Customs enforcement at El Dorado and other Colombian airports is not a risk worth taking. TSA agents in New York are required to report illegal substances — including federally illegal cannabis — to law enforcement. The consequences can include criminal charges, travel bans, and significant legal proceedings in both countries.

Consume what you purchase during your stay in New York. Dispose of any remaining products before you travel to the airport. The experience is meant to be enjoyed here, in the city where it is legally permitted — not transported home as a souvenir. Please take this warning seriously.

Now that you know the rules, let us tell you about who we are and what we make. Silly Nice was built by Shane Breen and LeVar Thomas — 25 years of partnership, trust, and shared vision brought to life in the legal cannabis market. As a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run brand operating out of Brooklyn, NYC, we represent exactly the kind of business New York's cannabis equity program was designed to support. Every product we craft carries our name and our pride. We launched in March 2024 and in a very short time built distribution across 150+ licensed dispensaries statewide.

We specialize in small-batch, high-quality cannabis products — concentrates, hash, infused flower, and vapes — all independently lab-tested with results printed directly on our packaging. We believe Colombian visitors with a passion for quality cannabis culture will immediately recognize and appreciate the craft behind our lineup. Here is everything we currently offer:

Silly Nice Concentrates and Hash

Our Diamond Powder is a 1-gram concentrate testing at an extraordinary 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids, priced at $50. This is one of the purest, most potent cannabis concentrates legally available in New York State and may help experienced adults deeply unwind. Our Frosted Hash Ball is a 1-gram premium hash product testing at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and a rich 5.7% terpene profile, also priced at $50. For those who appreciate the full sensory experience of real hash, the Frosted Hash Ball is something special. Our Bubble Hash is a 1-gram solventless option testing at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and an impressive 6.2% terpenes, priced at $44 — a fantastic introduction to traditional hash made with modern precision. All three of our hash and concentrate products represent the kind of quality that hash connoisseurs from any culture will immediately respect.

Silly Nice Flower and Vapes

Our Infused Flower — Papaya Wine — comes in a 3.5g package testing at 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids, priced at $60. This is premium flower elevated with infusion, delivering a rich, layered experience that is unlike anything available in unregulated markets. For vape lovers, our 510 Vape in Pink Stardust is a 1-gram cartridge testing at 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids, priced at just $40 — one of the most accessible high-potency vapes in the New York market. And if you want the ultimate value and convenience in a vape, our 2G All-In-One device in Alaskan Thunder Fuck delivers 2 full grams testing at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids for $80. No separate battery needed. Just open it and enjoy.

Finding a licensed dispensary in New York City that carries Silly Nice products is easier than you might think. We recommend using Weedmaps — one of the most trusted cannabis retail discovery platforms in the United States — to locate our products. Visit weedmaps.com/brands/silly-nice to see current dispensary listings carrying our lineup. You can filter by location and check real-time product availability before making the trip.

You can also use our own store locator and menu tools right here on our website to find the closest licensed retailer to wherever you are staying in the city. Whether you are in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island, there is a licensed dispensary near you stocking Silly Nice. We are proud to be in 150+ locations statewide and growing every week.

When you visit a dispensary, ask a budtender to walk you through our products. They can help you choose based on your experience level, preferred consumption method, and what kind of relaxation you are looking for. Our products are clearly labeled with all cannabinoid and terpene data, so you always know exactly what you are getting. That transparency is a core part of who we are as a brand.

New York City is one of the greatest cities on earth, and its legal cannabis market is one of the most exciting and diverse in the country. For visitors coming from Colombia — a nation with deep roots in cannabis culture — stepping into this legal, regulated, equity-focused marketplace is a genuinely unique experience. You deserve to experience it fully, safely, and confidently. We built Silly Nice to be exactly the brand that makes that experience worthwhile.

Remember: carry your Colombian passport for age verification, purchase only from licensed dispensaries, consume only in permitted private spaces, and absolutely do not attempt to travel internationally with any cannabis products. Follow those rules, and your experience with legal cannabis in New York City will be memorable for all the right reasons.

From Shane, LeVar, and the entire Silly Nice family — welcome to New York. We are glad you are here. Find us at a licensed dispensary near you and let us show you what Brooklyn-crafted cannabis actually looks like.