Apply to vary a medicinal cannabis licence
Apply to vary an existing medicinal cannabis licence issued under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967.
You may need to vary your medicinal cannabis licence if your approved activities, sites, security arrangements, authorised persons or licence details change.
Application types
Select the variation type that matches your proposed changes.
| Variation type | Description |
|---|---|
| Type 1 | Change the name of the licence holder, update the name or description of an authorised person, or remove an authorised person. |
| Type 2 | Change the licence period, security measures or other approved licence conditions. |
| Type 3 | Change a site layout or floorplan, amend authorised activities, or add an authorised person. |
| Type 4 | Add a new site to an existing licence. |
Who can use this form
You can apply if you hold a current medicinal cannabis licence and need to make changes to information, activities, sites or authorised persons associated with your licence.
Before you start
Before submitting your application:
- determine which variation type applies to your proposed changes
- review the requirements for the relevant variation type
- gather any required supporting information and documentation
- ensure your licence details are current and accurate
- prepare any site, security or personnel information needed to support your application.
Providing complete and accurate information can help avoid delays in processing your application.
What you’ll need
| Information type | Details you may need to provide |
|---|---|
| Licence details | Licence holder details, licence number and contact information. |
| Variation details | Information about the proposed changes and the reason for the variation. |
| Site and activity information | Details of any proposed changes to sites, floorplans, security arrangements or authorised activities. |
| Authorised person details | Information about any authorised persons being added, updated or removed. |
| Supporting documents | Evidence and documentation required for the selected variation type. |
Note: Providing complete information and all required supporting documents will help us assess your application more efficiently.
Fees and charges
Fees may apply to licence variation applications.
The applicable fee will depend on the type and complexity of the proposed changes. Any required fees must be paid before assessment can proceed.
Get help
Contact the Medicinal Cannabis Section if you need help with:
- identifying the correct variation type
- application requirements
- supporting documentation
- licence variation enquiries
- checking the status of your application
Phone: (02) 6289 4618
Email: mcs.application@health.gov.au