Georgia's Department of Public Health posted a notice on its Medical Cannabis Patient Registry page: "Card fee increases to $75 effective 12/5/2026 at 12:01 a.m." The page we read did not state the current fee, and it did not say why the fee is changing. If you are planning to apply or renew, the date matters.
What the Notice Says
- The card fee increases to $75 at 12:01 a.m. on Dec. 5, 2026.
- Only a Georgia-licensed physician whose principal place of practice is in Georgia can certify a patient, and physician certification is annual.
- Certified patients and caregivers may legally possess up to 12,000 mg of THC.
- The program's phone line is (770) 909-2765, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
What We Could Not Confirm
The page does not state the current fee, the application steps or the card's expiration date. If you apply before Dec. 5, ask the program what you will pay and how long the card lasts. If your certification is close to renewal, ask whether a different date changes your cost.
Who Qualifies
The Department lists ALS, Alzheimer's disease, autism spectrum disorder in adults or severe autism in minors, most cancers (not skin cancer unless metastatic), epidermolysis bullosa, hospice enrollment, stage III HIV, inflammatory bowel disease, intractable pain, lupus, mitochondrial disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, severe peripheral neuropathy, PTSD from trauma in adults, seizure disorders, sickle cell disease and Tourette's syndrome. A caregiver can be a parent or guardian of a minor patient, an adult the patient designates, or a health care institution that agrees to allow medical cannabis on its premises.
Why the Program Looks Different in 2026
Trackers list Senate Bill 220 as enacted, effective July 1, 2026. It upgrades Georgia's low-THC program to a full medical program, allows vaporization and replaces the old 5 percent THC cap with the 12,000 mg limit. The registry page does not mention SB 220, so confirm details with the agency. Legalization bills failed in 2026, and possession of one ounce or less without a card is still a misdemeanor.
Where to Read More
Our Georgia cannabis laws guide covers the card, penalties and dispensing license costs. For how Georgia compares, see the card cost by state table.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Georgia medical cannabis card fee increase?
At 12:01 a.m. on Dec. 5, 2026, according to the Department of Public Health's registry page.
How much will it cost?
The notice says $75. The page we read did not state the current fee.
How much THC can a Georgia patient have?
Up to 12,000 mg of THC for certified patients and caregivers.
Who can certify me?
A Georgia-licensed physician whose principal place of practice is in Georgia.
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Last verified November 13, 2026. Fees and rules change, and each state guide links its sources. Educational only, not medical or legal advice.