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How getting a low THC registry card works for a Georgia resident.

  1. Step 1
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    Sign Up

    No appointment necessary. Register with Leafwell on any device and consult with a licensed medical marijuana doctor in minutes.

  2. Step 2
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    Get Approved

    If approved, you and the provider must sign a waiver. You must sign the waiver form in the presence of a notary and email it back to Leafwell.

  3. Step 3
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    Connect with the State

    The Georgia Low THC Oil Unit will process your application within seven to 10 business days and contact you if additional documentation is required.

  4. Step 4
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    Pick Up Your Card

    You’ll receive a call within 2–3 weeks when your card is ready to be picked up. Arrange a time to get it at a public health office and pay the $25 state fee.

Have Questions?

See a detailed step-by-step explainer on applying for your card with Leafwell and the Georgia Low THC Oil Registry.

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Benefits of Getting a Medical Marijuana Card

Wondering how an active low THC oil registry card can transform your medical cannabis experience?

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State-Specific Steps

Embarking on your journey to relief in GA is simple. Let our caring specialists guide you through the state-specific steps for Georgia residents.

  1. Book An Appointment with Leafwell
  2. Sign Your Waiver and Get It Notarized
  3. Connect with the State of Georgia
  4. Pick Up Your Card In Person

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Our mission of increasing medical cannabis access means offering the highest-quality service at the best price. Here's what you need to know about the costs associated with medical marijuana cards in Georgia.
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Renewal certification
$99
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$200
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$199
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$179
$149
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Retail price as of 04/12/2024

What You Pay with Leafwell

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

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Medical marijuana certificate$99$99$200
State application fee$25$25$25
Total$124$124$225
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Qualifying Medical Conditions

In Georgia, you may be approved for medical marijuana treatment if you have a qualifying medical condition, including:

  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Autism/Asperger Syndrome
  • Cancer
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Chronic Pain, Muscle Pain, and Other Types of Pain
  • Disorders of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neuropathy (Nerve Pain)
  • Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Seizures and Seizure Disorders
  • Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
  • Tourette Syndrome

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What You Need to Know

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    Eligibility / Patient

    Georgia residents at least 18 years old with a qualifying condition may be eligible to apply for a medical marijuana card.

    First, they must register for a consultation with a Georgia-licensed medical marijuana doctor and get approved.

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    Caregiver

    Georgia defines a caregiver as a parent, guardian, or legal custodian of an individual under 18 or the legal guardian of an adult.

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    Can Minors Qualify?

    Yes. Minors may be eligible for a medical card in Georgia.

    According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, parents or legal guardians of a minor patient diagnosed with a qualifying condition may apply for a low-THC Oil Registry card.

    Each parent or legal guardian may apply for a separate low THC oil identification card.

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What You Need

You’ll need to provide the following to apply for a Georgia medical marijuana card:

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    Medical Records

    During your onboarding with Leafwell, you will need to upload medical records supporting your qualifying condition(s).

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    Low THC Oil Recommendation

    Once approved, you will receive your certificate and a waiver via email. You must sign the waiver in the presence of a notary (you may use an online notary service) and send the notarized waiver back to Leafwell via email. Then, the state will process your approval within 7-10 business days and contact you if additional documentation is needed.

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    Proof of Identity

    You must have a Georgia-issued driver’s license or Georgia state identification card. No other forms of identification are accepted by the state system at this time.

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Next Steps After Approval

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

  • Before You Start: What You’ll Need
    • A valid photo ID
    • $25 for state fees
  • Complete Application:  After emailing your notarized waiver back to Leafwell, your provider will electronically submit your physician certification form and application to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The state will contact you within 7–10 business days if additional documentation is needed to process your application.
  • Receive Call:  If approved, you will receive a call within 2–3 weeks when your medical card is available for pickup from one of Georgia’s 18 public health offices.
  • Start Shopping:  Arrange a time to pick up your card and pay the $25 state card fee. Your new medical marijuana card is valid for two years.

How to Renew Your Card

Need to renew your Georgia medical marijuana card? Your low THC-oil registry card is valid for two years. You’ll want to initiate the renewal process before it officially expires. The process for low THC-oil registered patients to renew their card is very similar to getting the card for the first time. You can see step-by-step instructions and kick off the process on our Georgia renewal page.

Legal Topics

Here are some important Georgia medical marijuana laws to know to safely use your card in line with state and federal law:

  • Medical cannabis in Georgia is limited to select low-THC products containing no more than 5% THC.
  • Recreational cannabis is not legal in Georgia.
  • Growing marijuana is illegal, even for medical cardholders.

Caregivers

Georgia law defines a caregiver as a parent, guardian, or legal custodian of an individual under 18 or the legal guardian of an adult.

To serve as a medical marijuana patient’s caregiver in Georgia, you’ll need to provide the following information to the patient’s certifying physician:

    • Full name
    • Current address and phone number
    • Email address

Caregivers must pay a nonrefundable $25 fee when picking up their card from the public health office.

Reciprocity

Georgia does not have reciprocity with other states. However, according to the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, Georgia recognizes out-of-state medical patients who have been in the state for fewer than 45 days and possess a valid registration card issued by another state that allows the same possession of low THC oil.

The following states and territories recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards:

  • Arizona
  • Arkansas *
  • Hawaii *
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Michigan (at the dispensary’s discretion)
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • 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.

FAQs

How much does a Georgia low-THC oil certificate and card cost?

An online consultation for a GA medical marijuana card costs $99 and includes a 2-year certification. You’ll only be charged if approved. Plus, now you can sign up with a friend, and each of you will save 10% on your consultation.

GA’s medical marijuana card cost also includes a separate $25 card fee when picking up their Low THC Oil Registry Card from the county public health office.

  • $25 State card fee*

*State fees are not included with Leafwell fees and are paid directly to the state.

What medical conditions qualify for a low THC oil registry card in Georgia?

In Georgia, the following conditions may qualify patients for medical marijuana cards, according to the Georgia Medical Cannabis Commission:

  • Severe or end-stage AIDS
  • Severe or end-stage Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease
  • Autism spectrum disorder (must be severe Autism spectrum disorder if the patient is under 18)
  • Cancer (end-stage or when treatment produces related wasting illness or nausea and vomiting)
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Epidermolysis bullosa
  • Intractable pain
  • Mitochondrial Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Severe or end-stage Parkinson’s Disease
  • Severe or end-stage peripheral neuropathy
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (must be at least 18 years old)
  • Seizure disorders (including those caused by epilepsy and head trauma)
  • Severe or end-stage Sickle Cell Disease
  • Severe or end-stage Tourette’s Syndrome
  • Admittance into a hospice program, either inpatient or outpatient

What do I need to know about applying for my low THC oil registry card in Georgia online?

With Leafwell, applying for a Georgia medical marijuana card online is simple. Here’s what to expect:

  1. Register with Leafwell and speak to a Georgia-licensed physician online. Consultations cost $99, and you’ll only be charged if approved.
  2. Get approved and receive your certificate and waiver via email. You must sign the waiver in the presence of a notary.
  3. Send a copy of the notarized waiver back to Leafwell via email: documents@secure.leafwell.com
  4. The state will process your approval within 7–10 business days and reach out if additional documentation is required.
  5. You will receive a call when your card is available for pickup from an arranged office. This may take up to 2–3 weeks.
  6. Pick up your state-issued medical card, pay the $25 fee, and legally purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary.

How old do I have to be to apply for a medical marijuana card in Georgia?

You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a medical marijuana card in Georgia.

Minor patients may apply with consent from a custodial parent or legal guardian.

Caregivers must be at least 18 years old.

Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in Georgia?

Yes, medical marijuana patients in Georgia can have a caregiver.

Caregiver Requirements:

  • Legal guardian(s) of an adult with one or more qualifying conditions specified in the law.
  • Parents or legal guardians of a minor child with one or more qualifying conditions specified in the law.
    • If there is more than one parent or legal guardian, each may apply for a separate card.
  • A patient may have a maximum of two caregivers, and each will receive a Low THC Oil Registration Card.
  • $25 nonrefundable fee.

Here’s how the caregiver process works:

  1. After approval, the Leafwell physician will enter the patient’s and caregiver’s information into the Georgia Low THC Oil Registry.
  2. A Low THC Registry Card will be issued to the patient and caregiver and sent to the closest county Public Health Office for pickup.
  3. The patient and caregiver will be notified when the cards are ready for pickup (within 2–3 weeks) and pay $25 for each Low THC Registry Card.

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How do I apply for the state program in Georgia?

Getting Your Georgia Medical Cannabis Card

  1. Once approved, you will receive an email with your physician’s certificate and the Low THC Oil Registry waiver.
  2. You must sign the waiver form (not the certificate) in the presence of a notary. You can also use an online notary service:
    1. One Notary
    2. Notarize
    3. Online Notary
  3. Send a copy of the notarized waiver back to Leafwell via email: documents@secure.leafwell.com.
  4. The Leafwell physician will submit your application to Georgia’s Low THC program on your behalf.
    1. Your application will be processed within 7–10 business days.
    2. If additional documentation is required to process your application, state staff will contact you directly.
  5. You will receive a call when your card is ready for pickup, typically 2-3 weeks after your physician enters you into the registry,
  6. Pay the $25 fee and pick up your card from the closest of the 18 Public Health offices that distribute Low THC Oil Cards.

You can check the status of your Low THC Oil Card here.