How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Hawaii

Qualifying conditions in Hawaii

May possess up to 4 ounces. May grow up to 10 plants (7 immature, 3 mature). Qualifying: cancer, chronic pain, PTSD, epilepsy, MS, glaucoma, Crohn's, lupus.

How to apply in Hawaii

  1. 1
    See a licensed physician

    Visit a Hawaii-licensed physician who can evaluate your qualifying condition. The physician must have a bona fide physician-patient relationship.

  2. 2
    Submit your application

    Apply through the Hawaii Department of Health Medical Cannabis Registry Program. Include the physician certification form (Form 329-121), a valid Hawaii ID, and the $38.50 fee.

    Form: Form 329-121

  3. 3
    Receive your registry card

    The DOH processes applications and issues your 329 Registration Card, valid for one year. You can track your application status online.

Official resource

Hawaii Medical Cannabis

Start with your state's own official program information.

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Costs in Hawaii

State application fee
$38.50
Renewal fee
$35.50
Physician evaluation
$100–$250
Card validity
12 months

Timeline

See a licensed physician
1 day
Submit your application
1 day
Receive your registry card
20 days

Renewal

Medical cannabis cards in Hawaii are valid for 12 months. The renewal fee is $35.50.

Official Hawaii resources

Questions people in Hawaii ask

Does Hawaii have a medical marijuana program?
Yes. Hawaii legalized medical cannabis in 2000, making it one of the earliest states to do so. The program is overseen by the Hawaii Department of Health. Patients register through the Medical Cannabis Registry Program and can purchase from licensed dispensaries.
What conditions qualify for medical cannabis in Hawaii?
Qualifying conditions include cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, ALS, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Crohn's disease, PTSD, chronic pain, severe nausea, and any condition in which a physician determines the patient would benefit. Hawaii accepts a broad range of conditions.
How much does a Hawaii medical cannabis card cost?
The state registration fee is $38.50 per year. Physician evaluations typically cost between $100 and $200. Cards are valid for one year from the date of the physician certification.