Cancer and serious illness: qualifying in Connecticut
We checked 3 cancer & serious illness conditions against Connecticut's official list: 2 appear by name.
Condition by condition
- Brain tumors — Not listed by name
- Cachexia & wasting syndrome — Listed
- Terminal illness & hospice — Listed
How to apply
- Visit a Connecticut-licensed physician, APRN or PA (in person or by telehealth) who treats your qualifying condition.
- Give the provider a valid email address and phone number so they can submit your certification.
- Create an account in the DCP BizNet medical marijuana registration system and verify your email.
- Choose 'I Am a Patient' and confirm your identity with your date of birth and email.
- Upload a photo ID and a proof of Connecticut residency, and add your caregiver if your provider authorized one.
- Answer the attestation questions and submit; there is no registration fee.
Sources
- CT Cannabis - Qualifying Conditions
- CT DCP - Qualifying Patient FAQs
- CT Cannabis - Register for a Medical Marijuana Card
- CT Cannabis - Advantages of being registered with the Medical Marijuana Program
- CT DCP - Registration Fees for Medical Marijuana Patients and Caregivers are Eliminated (2023)
- CT Cannabis - Can I grow cannabis at home?
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.