Legal reference — Virginia

Are Psilocybin Mushrooms Legal in Virginia? (2026)

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal statewide in Virginia in 2026; no state or local decriminalization has passed.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-02  ·  Educational only — not legal advice
Educational only — not legal advice. Laws change rapidly. Verify current statutes with a licensed attorney before making any decision. Corrections: corrections@mindmedicinelaw.com.
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Illegal statewide; no decriminalization No. Psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I under Virginia Code §54.1-3446 and federal law. HB 2356 proposes creating an Advisory Board on Psychedelic Medicines but has not passed. No city has passed a deprioritization resolution.
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As of 2026, Virginia does not have a licensed psilocybin access program. Legal options for residents include:

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Frequently asked questions about Virginia psilocybin law

Is psilocybin legal in Virginia in 2026?

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal statewide in Virginia in 2026; no state or local decriminalization has passed.

Are mushrooms legal in Virginia?

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I under Virginia Code §54.1-3446 and federal law. HB 2356 proposes creating an Advisory Board on Psychedelic Medicines but has not passed. No city has passed a deprioritization resolution.

Are psilocybin mushrooms legal in Virginia?

No. Psilocybin is a Schedule I controlled substance under Virginia Code §54.1-3446. Possession is a Class 5 felony, punishable by 1–10 years imprisonment. No therapeutic access program exists in Virginia, and no city has passed a decriminalization or deprioritization resolution.

Is Virginia considering psychedelic reform?

HB 2356 proposes establishing an Advisory Board on Psychedelic Medicines in Virginia. The bill would study the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, MDMA, and other psychedelics. It has been introduced but not signed into law as of 2026.

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