Puerto Rico Cannabis Program Overview
Medical Program Active since 2017 (Act 42)
Adult-Use Framework Act 15 (2022) — implementation ongoing
Regulator Cannabis Regulatory Board (CRB) / Junta Reglamentadora del Cannabis
Medical Age 21+ (or minor with caregiver)
Dispensary Tax 4% on patient sales
Excise Tax (Medical) 6% wholesale; 4% retail
Licensing Categories
- Cultivator (Cultivador): Licensed to grow cannabis plants for the Puerto Rico program.
- Manufacturer (Manufacturero): Licensed to process cannabis into products (extracts, edibles, oils).
- Laboratory (Laboratorio): Licensed to conduct testing.
- Dispensary (Dispensario): Licensed to sell directly to registered patients.
- Investigator (Investigador): Licensed for research purposes.
- Transporter (Transportista): Licensed to transport cannabis between licensees.
- Delivery Agent: May deliver to registered patients at home.
Taxation Summary
Wholesale Excise Tax
6%
Manufacturer to Dispensary sales
Retail Tax
4%
Applied at dispensary patient sales
Municipal Tax
Varies
Each municipality may add fees
Possession Limits
30-day Supply
Medical Patient Limit
21+
Minimum Age (Medical)
- Medical patients may possess up to a 30-day supply as specified by their prescribing physician.
- Patients must carry their CRB-issued patient card at all times when possessing cannabis.
- Home cultivation is not authorized for patients under Act 42.
Puerto Rico Regions
Medical cannabis program applies island-wide; municipal rules may vary
⚠️ Important Warnings — Puerto Rico
- Cannabis is federally illegal. Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory — federal law applies.
- Taking cannabis from Puerto Rico to the U.S. mainland or any other jurisdiction is a federal crime.
- Only registered medical patients with valid CRB cards may legally possess cannabis.
- Driving under the influence of cannabis is prohibited and enforced.
- Cannabis consumption in public, in vehicles, or near schools is prohibited.
📋 Legal Disclaimer
This page provides general informational summaries. Puerto Rico's cannabis regulations are administered by the Cannabis Regulatory Board and subject to change. This content does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed Puerto Rico attorney for guidance.