Short answer
Rules for patients under 18 in Georgia are set by the Georgia Department of Public Health and are stricter than the rules for adults. Where a minor can qualify, a parent or legal guardian is typically required to give consent and act as caregiver.
Key takeaways
- Check the Georgia Department of Public Health’s current rules for minors before you book; requirements differ by state.
- A parent or legal guardian books and attends the evaluation with the minor.
- Some states require extra steps for minors, such as a second physician or a specialist.
- Ask the physician how Georgia’s rules apply to your child’s condition.
Georgia’s medical cannabis program is different from most states. Rather than offering full-spectrum cannabis products, Georgia permits only low-THC oil. If you are asking about the minimum age to get a medical marijuana card in Georgia, adults must be 18 years or older. Minors can also qualify — but a parent, guardian, or legal custodian must apply on their behalf. Here is the full picture.
Georgia’s Unique Medical Cannabis Program
Georgia does not allow smokable marijuana. Instead, the state’s Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission oversees a program limited to:
- Low-THC oil containing no more than 5% THC
- Possession of up to 20 fluid ounces of low-THC oil
- Purchase from licensed dispensing organizations only
Georgia has no recreational marijuana. If you want legal cannabis access in the state, the Low-THC Oil Registry is your only option.
Age Requirements for the Georgia Low-THC Oil Card
Adults who are 18 or older can apply directly for a Low-THC Oil Registry Card from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For minors under 18:
- A parent, guardian, or legal custodian must apply on the child’s behalf
- The caregiver receives their own Low-THC Oil Card
- The caregiver is fully responsible for purchasing, transporting, and administering the product
There is no minimum age for minor patients. A child of any age may qualify as long as they have an approved medical condition and a proper caregiver.
Qualifying Conditions in Georgia
Georgia’s list of approved conditions for low-THC oil includes:
- Cancer (when it causes severe or chronic pain, nausea, or significant weight loss)
- ALS, Alzheimer’s disease (when it causes severe or chronic pain)
- Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis
- Seizure disorders related to a diagnosis of epilepsy
- Tourette’s syndrome, autism spectrum disorder
- PTSD, mitochondrial disease, HIV/AIDS
- Peripheral neuropathy, intractable pain, sickle cell disease
In 2025, the Georgia Senate passed SB 220, which could rename the program to ‘medical cannabis,’ raise the THC cap to 50%, and allow inhalation methods. This legislation was sent to the House and, if passed, would significantly expand Georgia’s program.
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How to Apply for a Georgia Low-THC Oil Card
Step 1See a registered Georgia physician
Your doctor must be registered with the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Low-THC Oil Registry to certify your condition.
Step 2Apply through the Georgia DPH
Applications for the Low-THC Oil Registry Card are submitted through the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Step 3Provide required documents
You will need a valid Georgia-issued ID, your physician certification, and — for caregivers — proof of legal guardianship or relationship to the patient.
Step 4Receive your card.
Once approved you can purchase low-THC oil from licensed dispensing organizations in Georgia.
Pricing Information
- Physician certification visit: $100–$200 depending on the provider
- State registration fee: Varies; confirm current rates with the Georgia DPH
- Low-THC oil products: Prices vary by dispensing organization and product type
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age to get a medical marijuana card in Georgia?
Adults must be 18 or older. Minors of any age can qualify through a parent, guardian, or legal custodian who applies as their caregiver.
Can you smoke marijuana in Georgia with a low-THC card?
Currently no — Georgia only allows low-THC oil under 5% THC. The 2025 SB 220 bill may change this if signed into law.
Does Georgia have recreational marijuana?
No — recreational marijuana is not legal in Georgia. Possession without a Low-THC Oil Card can result in criminal charges.
How much low-THC oil can a Georgia patient possess?
Registered patients and caregivers may possess up to 20 fluid ounces of low-THC oil.
Can a caregiver use the low-THC oil for themselves?
No — caregivers hold the card to purchase and administer the product for the patient only. They cannot use it themselves.
What is SB 220 and how might it change Georgia’s cannabis program?
SB 220, passed by the Georgia Senate in 2025, proposes renaming low-THC oil to medical cannabis, allowing inhalation, and raising the THC limit to 50%. It still needs House approval to become law.
