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The key benefits of a medical marijuana card

  • Access to dispensaries

    Having a medical card is the only way to legally purchase, use, and possess cannabis in the state of New Hampshire

    Recreational use is illegal.

  • Legal Possession

    Having a medical card is the only way to legally purchase, use, and possess cannabis in the state of New Hampshire.

    Recreational marijuana use is illegal.

  • Lower age restriction

    Patients 18+ can qualify for a medical card.

    Minors can also apply for a medical card with an approved caregiver.

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How getting a medical marijuana card works for New Hampshire residents.

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    1. Join the Waitlist

    While we cannot currently see patients online in New Hampshire, you can join our waitlist to be notified once we are open.

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    2. Sign Up When We Are Open

    Once our services are available in New Hampshire, you’ll be able to speak with one of our healthcare providers about your medical cannabis needs.

A few more questions about the process?

Watch this video to learn more about getting a medical marijuana card in New Hampshire.

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How much does an NH card cost?

NH medical marijuana patients save more with Leafwell. Get your money back if not approved.

label New with Leafwell Renewal with Leafwell
Medical marijuana certificate$199$199
State application fee$50$50
Total$249$249

How to qualify for a medical cannabis recommendation in New Hampshire

To apply for a medical marijuana card in New Hampshire, you must be at least 18 years old, a legal New Hampshire resident, must be diagnosed with a stand-alone medical condition or a combination of a qualifying diagnosis and a qualifying symptom.  It’s also required to receive a diagnosis from a medical marijuana doctor during an in-person appointment.

Stand-Alone Medical Conditions

Qualifying Diagnosis Combined With a Qualifying Symptom

The qualifying diagnoses above must be combined with one of the following qualifying symptoms:

  • Agitation of Alzheimer’s disease
  • Cachexia
  • Chemotherapy-induced anorexia
  • Constant or severe nausea
  • Elevated intraocular pressure
  • Moderate to severe insomnia
  • Moderate to severe vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Severe pain that has not responded to previously prescribed medication or surgical measures or for which other treatment options produced serious side effects
  • Severe, persistent muscle spasms
  • Wasting syndrome

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3 documents needed to apply for a New Hampshire medical marijuana card

To apply for a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania, you must follow a few essential steps to ensure your eligibility and successful registration. The process begins by gathering the necessary documents and information, which includes obtaining a Patient Number, securing a Medical Marijuana Recommendation, and providing Proof of Identity.

  1. Medical Marijuana Recommendation
    Once approved, a hard copy of your certificate with the physician’s signature will be mailed to you. You will need this for the state’s paper application.
  2. Medical Records
    During your onboarding with Leafwell, you will need to upload medical records supporting your qualifying condition(s). A picture of current medications is not sufficient in this state.
  3. Proof of Identity
    You will need a state-issued photo ID, such as a New Hampshire driver’s license or state ID card.
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Next steps after approval

Congratulations on getting your medical certification! You’re almost there, but there are a few more steps to complete to get your New Hampshire medical marijuana card. Let’s dive in!

  • Before You Start: What You’ll Need 
    • A check or money order for fees
    • A valid photo ID
    • The hard copy of your certificate with the physician’s signature
  • Complete Application: Mail the completed paper application plus a $50 check or money order to the state medical cannabis program.
  • Receive Card: Receive your medical marijuana card in three weeks.
  • Start Shopping: Once you receive your card, you can legally purchase medical cannabis products from your designated Alternative Treatment Center.

How to renew your New Hampshire medical marijuana card

Need to renew your New Hampshire medical marijuana card? After you speak to your medical marijuana doctor and complete and send in your application you’ll receive your medical card within three weeks. The process is the same as the original application process:

  1. Register with Leafwell and speak to a New Hampshire licensed physician online.
  2. Once approved a hard copy of the certificate, with the physician’s signature, will be mailed to  you.
  3. Complete a paper application (available on the state website) and mail it to the state.
  4. Receive their medical card within 3 weeks and can legally purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary.


How to become a caregiver in New Hampshire

A minor may have two designated caregivers, both of whom must be the patient’s custodial parent or legal guardian.

Caregiver  Requirements:

  • Minimum 21 years old.
  • Caregivers must complete the caregiver application.
  • You must be designated as a caregiver on your patient’s application, and that patient must be approved for the state’s medical cannabis program.
  • Caregivers can serve no more than five patients, except if the qualifying medical marijuana patient and designated caregiver each live greater than 50 miles from the nearest alternative treatment center, in which case the designated caregiver may assist with the therapeutic use of cannabis for up to nine qualifying medical cannabis patients.
  • As of July 24, 2022, designated caregivers are not required to have a criminal background check but must not have any felony convictions.
  • Caregivers can also be patients
  • There is no application fee for caregivers to apply or renew.

Can I use my NH medical card in other states?

All out-of-state patients have full access to MMJ in New Hampshire.

Other states that recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards include:

  • Arizona
  • Arkansas *
  • Delaware
  • Hawaii *
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Michigan (at the dispensary’s discretion)
  • Nevada
  • New Jersey *
  • New Mexico
  • Oklahoma *
  • Puerto Rico
  • Rhode Island
  • U.S. Virgin Islands *
  • Utah * (up to two 21-day periods in a calendar year)
  • Washington, D.C.

*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.


Minor patient information in New Hampshire

Minor patients will require twoWritten Certification for the Therapeutic Use of Cannabis forms completed by two medical providers, one of whom must be a pediatrician. Leafwell can offer one of the certifications to current Leafwell patients only (must be a renewal with the same provider).

    • The minor patient must be a New Hampshire resident.
    • The minor patient must be diagnosed by two medical providers, one of whom must be a pediatrician, as having a qualifying medical condition that is listed in NH law.
    • The custodial parent or legal guardian:
      • Must apply for and be approved as the minor’s Designated Caregiver.
      • Must be at least 21 years old.
      • Must never have been convicted of a felony.
      • Both the patient and the caregiver must be issued a Cannabis Registry ID Card by the Therapeutic Cannabis Program.
      • The Designated Caregiver must purchase and control the possession and frequency of use of the minor patient’s cannabis.

    A combined application (with further instructions) for both the patient and the caregiver can be found here.

FAQs

How do I apply for the state program in New Hampshire?

Please note that we are closed in New Hampshire. We apologize for the inconvenience. Once you’ve been approved by a physician, you need to apply to the New Hampshire Therapeutic Cannabis Program. Next, you need to apply to the state. Here’s the step-by-step guide:
  1. Print out the patient application.
  2. You need to complete pages 1 and 3.
    1. Complete page 2 if you want a caregiver (e.g. for a minor under the age of 18)
  3. Gather together the following documentation:
    1. "Written Certification for the Therapeutic Use of Cannabis" form (download from your Leafwell account)
    2. Proof of NH residency (New Hampshire driver’s license, front only, state or federal government-issued identification that shows your name and NH address, any documentation that contains your name and current NH address e.g. current lease agreement, tax documents or a recent utility bill)
    3. A $50 application fee – check or money order made payable to "Treasurer, State of New Hampshire"
  4. Mail or hand-deliver the above items to:NH Department of Health and Human ServicesTherapeutic Cannabis Program29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301
  5. Application processing takes up to 3 weeks.
    1. If your application is incomplete, the state will contact you and ask for additional documentation.
  6. Once approved, you will receive a MMJ card within 5 days. Your card is valid for 1 year.