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North Dakota Cannabis Dispensary License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your cannabis dispensary license in North Dakota. Last updated 2026. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$5,000
Bond Required
N/A
License Details
License Name Medical Marijuana Dispensary License
Issuing Authority North Dakota Department of Health
Exam Required No
GL Insurance $1M GL minimum recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $5,000
Renewal Fee $5,000
Renewal Period annual
CE Required yes
CE Hours Annual compliance training
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required Background check; local approval required
Note: Medical marijuana only. Limited licenses (8 dispensaries statewide). Application $5,000. Recreational passed 2022 but failed to establish retail — medical only as of 2025.

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