Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Marijuana Card in Connecticut (2026)

Connecticut’s Medical Marijuana Program (CT MMP), overseen by the Department of Consumer Protection, allows state residents with certain debilitating medical conditions to obtain a medical marijuana registration certificate and purchase cannabis from licensed dispensaries.

Qualifying Medical Conditions

Connecticut maintains a detailed list of debilitating medical conditions for adults and a separate list for minors. Common qualifying conditions for adults include:

• Cancer
• Glaucoma
• HIV/AIDS
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Fibromyalgia
• Neuropathic pain
• Chronic pain of at least six months’ duration associated with a specified underlying condition
• Spinal cord injuries with intractable spasticity
• Sickle cell disease
• Wasting syndrome, cachexia, or severe nausea

For minors, qualifying conditions are more limited and include serious diagnoses such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, terminal illness, intractable neuropathic pain, and certain severe movement or seizure disorders.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for a Connecticut medical marijuana registration certificate, a patient must:

• Be a resident of Connecticut
• Be treated for a qualifying debilitating medical condition by a Connecticut‑licensed physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse
• Obtain a certification submitted electronically by the provider through the CT MMP system
• Not be confined in a correctional institution or facility supervised by the Department of Corrections

Application Process

1. Provider Certification: Make an appointment with a Connecticut‑licensed physician, PA, or APRN who will determine if you have a qualifying condition and, if so, enter your certification into the state’s online system.
2. Online Registration: After certification, complete your registration with the Department of Consumer Protection by uploading proof of identity, proof of Connecticut residency, and a passport-sized photo, and by designating a dispensary if required.
3. Pay Registration Fee: Pay the state registration fee (typically around $100) during the online application or by mail, as instructed.
4. Receive Certificate/Card: Once approved, you receive confirmation of registration, which serves as authorization to purchase medical cannabis at licensed Connecticut dispensaries.

Caregivers and Minors

Eligible patients who are minors or adults needing assistance may designate a primary caregiver. The caregiver must register, meet background requirements, and is allowed to purchase and transport medical cannabis on behalf of the patient.

Official Resources & Links

• Connecticut Medical Marijuana – Qualification Requirements
• Connecticut Medical Marijuana – Qualifying Conditions
• Connecticut Medical Marijuana – Patient Registration Process