How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in North Dakota

Qualifying conditions in North Dakota

May possess 3 ounces over 30 days. Combustible forms initially prohibited but later legalized. Limited dispensaries. 19+ qualifying conditions including chronic pain, PTSD, cancer, epilepsy.

How to apply in North Dakota

  1. 1
    Find a qualified physician

    Visit a North Dakota-licensed physician who can evaluate your qualifying condition and provide a written certification.

  2. 2
    Apply through NDHHS

    Submit your application through the North Dakota DHHS Medical Marijuana Program portal. Include physician certification, valid ND ID, and the $50 fee.

  3. 3
    Receive your patient card

    Applications are processed within 30 days. Your card is mailed once approved. Valid for one year. Purchase from any of the eight licensed dispensaries.

Official resource

North Dakota Medical Marijuana

Start with your state's own official program information.

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Costs in North Dakota

State application fee
$50
Renewal fee
$50
Caregiver application fee
$50
Physician evaluation
$150–$300
Card validity
12 months

Reduced fees may be available. Reduced fees for SNAP/Medicaid recipients

Timeline

Find a qualified physician
1 day
Apply through NDHHS
1 day
Receive your patient card
30 days

Renewal

Medical cannabis cards in North Dakota are valid for 12 months. The renewal fee is $50.

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Questions people in North Dakota ask

Does North Dakota have a medical marijuana program?
Yes. North Dakota voters approved Measure 5 in November 2016, legalizing medical marijuana. The program is administered by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services. Dispensaries began operating in 2019.
What conditions qualify for medical marijuana in North Dakota?
Qualifying conditions include cancer, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, PTSD, Alzheimer's, dementia, Crohn's, fibromyalgia, chronic back or body pain, neuropathy, epilepsy, endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, interstitial cystitis, and terminal illness.
How much does a North Dakota medical marijuana card cost?
The state registration fee is $50 per year. Physician certifications typically cost between $150 and $200. Cards are valid for one year. Patients may possess up to 3 ounces of dried flower in a 30-day period.