Weed in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia: my experience

Hi, smokers! You probably know that cannabis laws and regulations vary from one county to another, so let’s go deeper and try to understand what is going on with weed in Kota Kinabalu. My post covers information about weed laws, regulations, general attitude of locals and cops, hash VS weed availability and pricing, failures and success in finding weed in Kota Kinabalu.

I have just finished my trip to Kota Kinabalu, stayed there for 10 days, now got back home, writing this post while memory is fresh and with a solid joint in my left hand. As a regular weed smoker I could not imagine my stay in Kota Kinabalu without having some weed in my pocket. Below I will outline information I found out while looking for some good smelly green buds in Kota Kinabalu.

Points to find the weed in Kota Kinabalu

During the time Olaf had been my dealer (it was the solving of all my issues) he was telling me about how the things were going in Kota Kinabalu.

High rated providers in Kota Kinabalu buy the cannabis on darknet websites that maintain gross orders. These orders can contain a big amount of weed and hash, kilograms I think. Some websites work on small orders too, so if you are close to Tor browser working and know how to .onion sites doing - glance on thehiddenwiki.com, wait for a couple of days and get your package. This site has all the information needed about darknet.

While if you are having a short vacation or a trip to Kota Kinabalu and need not much weed right now or tomorrow - only local weed dealers may assist you. You may still use oldschool approach and hustle dark streets or parks in search of strange person who will sell you some joint for cash, but not sure this is the best way to spend your time in Kota Kinabalu. Nowadays almost all dealers have gone online and crypto already, so hustling the streets may simply not work. Now the weed-selling process looks like this - you find some messenger contacts of a local dealer (ask some barmans or simply google), contact him and choose what you would like to order, pay in crypto and get your stuff delivered to a hotel or some pre-selected location. Personal meetings are something dealers try to avoid - so weed is usually dropped at some approximate point you firstly discuss, and you get photo and GPS coordinates where to take your package after delivery.

I was a little bit shocked, because I got used to the idea that “cash rules the world”. But after crypto became something you may exchange to real cash, and do not need to meet in person to transfer it - cash started losing its points in the drug business. Olaf also commented that now if you do not know crypto - you have a friend who is keen on bitcoins and all that shit, so you may simply ask him to help and do a crypto transaction for you. And I really have such friends, so yep, agree.

Perception of Cannabis Among Residents of Kota Kinabalu

It's worth noting that high-THC non-medical cannabis isn't officially available for purchase in licensed cannabis stores in Kota Kinabalu, but that doesn't mean the locals are strongly opposed to it 😃. It's primarily the younger crowd and students who openly enjoy cannabis and are open to welcoming new enthusiasts into their social circles. They consider a couple of joints an essential part of a good party, although it might be a bit challenging to fit in if you happen to be over 25.

In general, indulging in the random joint after a long workweek is a cherished tradition among many residents of Kota Kinabalu. People tend to be tolerant, so there's no need to worry about judgment when it comes to your cannabis consumption. However, it's advisable to avoid doing so in public to avoid unnecessary attention.

So, then Olaf shared the small joint of a new hemp variety, thanks to him, it was the exact thing I needed. We got some portions of tasty beer and we were a little bit drunk, so we decided not to go far. We started smoking on the street straight near my hostel and it seemed that on the next street some guys were doing the same.

I was thankful to Olaf for one joint, but I wanted to find a regular supplier for all my vacation in Kota Kinabalu . So I begged Olaf to share the name of his provider of weed with me. He declined it, because his friend didn't cooperate with the tourists, only with locals. I was persistent, so at the end of the evening and the couple of beers, he agreed to be the dealer of marijuana for me. All my goals connected with good rest were solved, thanks to Olaf!

Cannabis laws in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

It is important to note that cannabis, weed, and hash are prohibited in Kota Kinabalu. You can not officially purchase marijuana strains with high THC concentration in some coffee shops like in Amsterdam. Medical CBD cannabis may be available for purchase at dispensaries, but a prescription from a doctor is required, and you will never get high with CBD.

In one sports bar I got acquainted with Olaf who moved to Kota Kinabalu 3 years ago, so he knows the local drug scene. According to Olaf - despite cannabis being banned according to laws, cops are generally relaxed about weed, sometimes being smokers themselves.

What if I get caught with weed in Kota Kinabalu?

In practice, as Olaf said - if you are 18+ and carry less than 20 grams of weed or 10 grams of hash and do not smoke in public - you should not expect any arrest. As a maximum, cops will confiscate your stuff after they ensure you are not a dealer who delivers stuff.

There are some stories about occasional cops forcing people to give them a bribe after catching someone with weed, but such cases are rare. Usually cops do not touch foreign tourists who are spending their vacation or business trip in Kota Kinabalu and bring money to Malaysia.

Frequently asked questions about marijuana in Kota Kinabalu

Was marijuana legalized Kota Kinabalu?

No, cannabis with high concentration of THC is forbidden in Kota Kinabalu, but local cops and citizens are ok with the smokers. The amount of weed you carry shouldn't be bigger than 10 grams

What if I'm stopped with a hash in Kota Kinabalu?

Police can check your documents and rummage your pockets. They are not looking for you, if you are not a dealer, of course. So if you don't want to have any points with the police try to avoid them.

Can I buy marijuana walking around Kota Kinabalu?

Sure, it is still possible. Although you should notice that only a small part of dealers continue working in such a way. The easiest way to buy weed is to order online and get your delivery.

Can I find top quality weed or hash in Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, while quality may be different, it depends on many factors. Usually quality depends on the price, but this is not a rule.

Can I find hash in Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, almost all marijuana dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Kota Kinabalu.

Weed and hash price in Kota Kinabalu?

Prices may vary from one dealer to another and depends on weed quality and dealer’s mood 😂From what I heard from Olaf - high quality weed may go up to $20 - $25 for 1g (with discounts for larger amounts), and high quality hash was around $30 - $35 for 1g.

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