Cannabis Licensed Operators
As part of cannabis legalization, the State of Nevada is responsible for regulating businesses that participate in the cannabis industry. Only businesses licensed by the State specifically for cannabis operations are legally allowed to grow, manufacture, test, distribute, or sell cannabis in Nevada. Consumers may only legally buy cannabis from a state-licensed retail store.
There are five types of cannabis establishment licenses:
Cultivation Facility
Licensed to cultivate (grow), harvest, and package cannabis; to have cannabis tested by a testing facility; and to sell cannabis to retail cannabis stores, to cannabis product manufacturing facilities, and to other cultivation facilities, but not to consumers.
Distributor
Licensed to transport cannabis from a cannabis establishment to another cannabis establishment. For example, from a cultivation facility to a retail store.
Product Manufacturing Facility
Licensed to purchase cannabis; manufacture, process, and package cannabis and cannabis products; and sell cannabis and cannabis products to other product manufacturing facilities and to retail cannabis stores, but not to consumers. Cannabis products include things like edibles, ointments, and tinctures.
Testing Facility/Laboratory
Licensed to test cannabis and cannabis products, including for potency and contaminants.
Retail Store
Licensed to purchase cannabis from cultivation facilities, cannabis and cannabis products from product manufacturing facilities, and cannabis from other retail stores; can sell cannabis and cannabis products to consumers.
Apply / Renew Your License
How to Apply for a New License
The Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) determines when an application period may open and for whom. The application period is announced at least 45 days prior to the opening date and the application is made available when the period is announced. The application period is typically open for 10 business days. The Cannabis Compliance Board evaluates the applications and announces conditional/provisional license approvals.
The CCB maintains a public ListServ to notify interested parties regarding open application periods and meetings. To sign up, click Subscribe at the top of this website.
How to Renew Your License
Cannabis establishment license renewal applications can be completed using the Cannabis Customer Portal: https://aca.accela.com/nvmed/. The establishment license must first be linked with a PIN by an owner, officer, board member or point of contact. The renewal application will automatically become available 60 days prior to the license expiration date.
Cannabis Agent Card
All employees, contractors, volunteers, owners, officers, and board members of a cannabis business must always carry a current registered Agent Card while at a facility. The Agent Card is issued by the Cannabis Compliance Board and a background check must be completed as part of the application process.
There are limitations on who can work for or volunteer at a cannabis business:
- Must be 21 years or older.
- Cannot have been convicted of an excluded felony offense.
- Applicant is compliant with any order or plan for repayment of child support.
Applying for an Agent Card is a multi-step process. To get started read How to Apply below prior to applying.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Download the Cannabis Agent Card application here or visit www.ccb.nv.gov/industry.
- Complete, print and sign all required pages.
- Agent Basic Information Document
- Front and back of government-issued identification document
- Applicant Required Attestation Form
- Applicant Dispense/Divert Pledge Form
- Original Passport Photo and Signature
- Fingerprint Background Waiver - both pages
- Submit your application through the online portal at https://aca-prod.accela.com/NVCCB/.
- Once you have submitted your application online successfully, you will see a submission confirmation page. Please print the submission confirmation page (write your name/card category) and remit along with your agent card fee to the address provided.
To view an Accela Cannabis Customer Portal Tutorial, click HERE.
SCANNING/UPLOADING DOCUMENTS: Prior to submitting your application, please verify that all pages uploaded properly to reduce errors and processing time. At this time, applications cannot be accepted from a mobile device. Documents will not properly upload if “scanned” using a mobile device camera.
PAYMENT AMOUNT: Pursuant to NRS 678B.390 and 678B.340, effective July 1, 2020, the cost of an agent card increased to $150 per category and each card is valid for 2 years. If you are applying for multiple categories of cards such as cultivation, production, and dispensary, you must apply for a card for each category at $150 each.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: All fees collected by the CCB are non-refundable. Effective immediately, Taxation offices will no longer accept payments for agent cards. All payments for agent cards must be mailed to the CCB address below. When mailing the payment, include a letter with the name on your application, the categories for which you applied, the Accela record numbers for your applications and the date you applied. Do NOT write “marijuana” or “cannabis” anywhere on the payment. All checks must have the record number on the memo line. All payments must be in the form of a check, cashiers’ check, or money order payable to STATE OF NEVADA, and mailed to:
CCB Agent Cards
P.O. Box 1948
Carson City, NV 89701
Overnight Delivery can be sent to:
CCB Agent Cards
1550 E. College Pkwy Ste 142
Carson City, NV 89706
TEMPORARY AGENT CARDS: A temporary registration approval letter will be emailed to you shortly after payment has been received and processed.
COMMON CHALLENGES
REGISTRATION: If you do not receive your confirmation email, or you get an error stating your validation or account has been cancelled, please email [email protected] and request email confirmation. If you receive a message stating that duplicates are not allowed, please email [email protected] and request that your duplicates be cleared.
UPLOADING DOCUMENTS: If you receive a message stating the upload size limit of 5 mb has been exceeded, please check the settings on your scanner and reduce the scan/document size. Then re-scan and upload your documents. All documents must be scanned as a pdf.
PHOTO & SIGNATURE CROPPING: Go to the photo page and drag the corner of the photo so the photo fits inside the cross-hairs. Then, at the very top of the page, click “Crop.” The “Continue” button will show up on the bottom, far-right side of the page. Please VIEW the documents you have uploaded to ensure they are in the proper fields before selecting “Continue.” If you cannot see the “Crop” and “Continue” buttons, you may need to shrink your display size by holding down the CTRL key and selecting the minus (-) key.
For more information, please visit our frequently asked questions section at https://ccb.nv.gov/faq/.
Cannabis Compliance Board Forms
ATTENTION: Do not complete forms in a browser window. Forms that are completed in the browser will be blank when saved. All fillable forms on this site must be downloaded and saved to your computer prior to completing the form.
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Cannabis Establishment Agents must notify the CCB of changes, using the forms below. Email change forms and/or questions to [email protected].
Agent Address & Name Change Request
For agent card holders who need to change their name or address.
Designee Change Request
An establishment may designate a person to manage agent cards.
Agent Card Portal
Go to the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal to submit your application.
Agent Card Paper Application
You may download and complete the paper application and mail the application and payment to the Cannabis Compliance Board.
Waiver Application for Cannabis Agent Registration Card Requirement for Ownership Interest of less than 5%
Pursuant to NRS 678A.450 and NCCR 5.125
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Cultivators, Producers and Dispensaries/Retail Stores are required to file Quarterly Physical Inventory Counts and Monthly Reports every quarter. Email any questions regarding these reports to [email protected].
Quarterly Physical Inventory Counts
In accordance to NAC 453.426 (6)(C) all licensees must conduct a quarterly inventory to maintain compliance. To assure that the criteria is met, all licensees are required to submit a copy of their quarterly inventory reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning March 31, 2019. Failure to comply with NAC 453.426 (6)(c) may result in disciplinary action including but not limited to civil penalties and/or license suspension.
Monthly Cultivation Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
Monthly Dispensary Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
Monthly Production Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
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ATTENTION: Do not complete forms in a browser window. Forms that are completed in the browser will be blank when saved. All fillable forms on this site must be downloaded and saved to your computer prior to completing the form. These forms must be completed annually.
NOTE: Renewal applications can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
License Renewal for Recreational Cannabis Establishment (Fillable)
Must be completed annually.
Medical Registration Certificate Renewal Form (Fillable)
Must be completed annually.
Medical Provisional Renewal Form (Fillable)
If provisional, establishments may request renewal.
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NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Request to Review Stamp or Mold
If a licensed establishment believes a product is impractical to stamp or mold, submit this form with pictures.
Packaging Form & Instructions
| Inspections, Testing |
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NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Modification of Facility, Change of Equipment or Menu
Complete this form for requested inspection of facility, equipment or menu changes.
Edible Homogeneity Study
Complete this form to conduct studies of edible cannabis products. Complete this form for requested inspection of facility, equipment or menu changes.
Request for Extraction After Fail
Request for Laboratory Retesting
Request to Dispense Edibles
Request for R&D Testing
| Other Forms |
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NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Cannabis Distributor Temporary Storage Notice
Use this form to report an extraordinary circumstance that makes it necessary to temporarily store product. Describe the unusual or extreme facts of the situation that necessitate temporary storage. Temporary storage at the distributor's establishment may not exceed 3 days without written consent from the CCB. If the product is removed from the vehicle for storage, the inventory shall be verified following off-load and prior to on-load.
Cannabis Certificate/Licensee Incident Report
A cannabis establishment must document and report any burglary/theft/robbery, vandalism, suspicious activity, or any other type of incident that occurred at the cannabis establishment to the appropriate law enforcement agency and to the CCB within 24 hours. This Certificate/Licensee Incident Report must be submitted to the CCB with the establishment's internal incident report. The establishment shall provide copies of any documentation requested by the CCB and maintain the documents for at least 5 years after the date of documentation. If loss or theft of cannabis or cannabis product occurs during transportation, the establishment must report it to a person designated by the cannabis distributor to receive such reports immediately after the cannabis establishment agent becomes aware of the loss or theft. A cannabis distributor that receives a report of loss or theft must report it to the appropriate law enforcement agency and to the CCB within 24 hours.
Complaint Form
Point of Contact (POC) change
The Point of Contact is authorized to receive information regarding an establishment.
Change of Location
For an establishment to move within the same jurisdiction where it was issued a license.
Transfer of Interest Packet (Change of Ownership)
When a change to the ownership of an establishment is proposed, this form must be completed and submitted to the Department for approval prior to the transfer.
Tribal Partnerships
In the spirit of cooperation and mutual interest in a well-regulated industry, the Governor or his designee may enter into agreements (otherwise known as compacts) with tribal governments concerning coordination of cross-jurisdictional administration of state and tribal government laws relating to the use of cannabis (NRS 223.250).
Tribal Compacts
(clicking the links below will redirect you away from the CCB website)
- Elko Band of the Te-Moak Tribe
- Ely Shoshone Compact
- Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Compact
- Ft. McDermitt Paiute and Shoshone Compact
- Las Vegas Paiute Compact
- Lovelock Paiute Compact
- Pyramid Lake Paiute Compact
- Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Cannabis Agreement Executed
- Walker River Paiute Compact
- Winnemucca Signed Compact
- Yerington Paiute Compact
Cannabis Licensed Operators
As part of cannabis legalization, the State of Nevada is responsible for regulating businesses that participate in the cannabis industry. Only businesses licensed by the State specifically for cannabis operations are legally allowed to grow, manufacture, test, distribute, or sell cannabis in Nevada. Consumers may only legally buy cannabis from a state-licensed retail store.
There are five types of cannabis establishment licenses:
Cultivation Facility
Licensed to cultivate (grow), harvest, and package cannabis; to have cannabis tested by a testing facility; and to sell cannabis to retail cannabis stores, to cannabis product manufacturing facilities, and to other cultivation facilities, but not to consumers.
Distributor
Licensed to transport cannabis from a cannabis establishment to another cannabis establishment. For example, from a cultivation facility to a retail store.
Product Manufacturing Facility
Licensed to purchase cannabis; manufacture, process, and package cannabis and cannabis products; and sell cannabis and cannabis products to other product manufacturing facilities and to retail cannabis stores, but not to consumers. Cannabis products include things like edibles, ointments, and tinctures.
Testing Facility/Laboratory
Licensed to test cannabis and cannabis products, including for potency and contaminants.
Retail Store
Licensed to purchase cannabis from cultivation facilities, cannabis and cannabis products from product manufacturing facilities, and cannabis from other retail stores; can sell cannabis and cannabis products to consumers.
Apply / Renew Your License
How to Apply for a New License
The Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) determines when an application period may open and for whom. The application period is announced at least 45 days prior to the opening date and the application is made available when the period is announced. The application period is typically open for 10 business days. The Cannabis Compliance Board evaluates the applications and announces conditional/provisional license approvals.
The CCB maintains a public ListServ to notify interested parties regarding open application periods and meetings. To sign up, click Subscribe.
How to Renew Your License
Cannabis establishment license renewal applications can be completed using the Cannabis Customer Portal: https://aca.accela.com/nvmed/. The establishment license must first be linked with a PIN by an owner, officer, board member or point of contact. The renewal application will automatically become available 60 days prior to the license expiration date.
Cannabis Agent Card
All employees, contractors, volunteers, owners, officers, and board members of a cannabis business must always carry a current registered Agent Card while at a facility. The Agent Card is issued by the Cannabis Compliance Board and a background check must be completed as part of the application process.
There are limitations on who can work for or volunteer at a cannabis business:
- Must be 21 years or older.
- Cannot have been convicted of an excluded felony offense.
- Applicant is compliant with any order or plan for repayment of child support.
Applying for an Agent Card is a multi-step process. To get started read How to Apply below prior to applying.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Download the Cannabis Agent Card application here or visit www.ccb.nv.gov/industry.
- Complete, print and sign all required pages.
- Agent Basic Information Document
- Front and back of government-issued identification document
- Applicant Required Attestation Form
- Applicant Dispense/Divert Pledge Form
- Original Passport Photo and Signature
- Fingerprint Background Waiver - both pages
- Submit your application through the online portal at https://aca-prod.accela.com/NVCCB/.
- Once you have submitted your application online successfully, you will see a submission confirmation page. Please print the submission confirmation page (write your name/card category) and remit along with your agent card fee to the address provided.
To view an Accela Cannabis Customer Portal Tutorial, click HERE.
SCANNING/UPLOADING DOCUMENTS: Prior to submitting your application, please verify that all pages uploaded properly to reduce errors and processing time. At this time, applications cannot be accepted from a mobile device. Documents will not properly upload if “scanned” using a mobile device camera.
PAYMENT AMOUNT: Pursuant to NRS 678B.390 and 678B.340, effective July 1, 2020, the cost of an agent card increased to $150 per category and each card is valid for 2 years. If you are applying for multiple categories of cards such as cultivation, production, and dispensary, you must apply for a card for each category at $150 each.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: All fees collected by the CCB are non-refundable. Effective immediately, Taxation offices will no longer accept payments for agent cards. All payments for agent cards must be mailed to the CCB address below. When mailing the payment, include a letter with the name on your application, the categories for which you applied, the Accela record numbers for your applications and the date you applied. Do NOT write “marijuana” or “cannabis” anywhere on the payment. All checks must have the record number on the memo line. All payments must be in the form of a check, cashiers’ check, or money order payable to STATE OF NEVADA, and mailed to:
CCB Agent Cards
P.O. Box 1948
Carson City, NV 89701
Overnight Delivery can be sent to:
CCB Agent Cards
1550 E. College Pkwy Ste 142
Carson City, NV 89706
TEMPORARY AGENT CARDS: A temporary registration approval letter will be emailed to you shortly after payment has been received and processed.
COMMON CHALLENGES
REGISTRATION: If you do not receive your confirmation email, or you get an error stating your validation or account has been cancelled, please email [email protected] and request email confirmation. If you receive a message stating that duplicates are not allowed, please email [email protected] and request that your duplicates be cleared.
UPLOADING DOCUMENTS: If you receive a message stating the upload size limit of 5 mb has been exceeded, please check the settings on your scanner and reduce the scan/document size. Then re-scan and upload your documents. All documents must be scanned as a pdf.
PHOTO & SIGNATURE CROPPING: Go to the photo page and drag the corner of the photo so the photo fits inside the cross-hairs. Then, at the very top of the page, click “Crop.” The “Continue” button will show up on the bottom, far-right side of the page. Please VIEW the documents you have uploaded to ensure they are in the proper fields before selecting “Continue.” If you cannot see the “Crop” and “Continue” buttons, you may need to shrink your display size by holding down the CTRL key and selecting the minus (-) key.
For more information, please visit our frequently asked questions section at https://ccb.nv.gov/faq/.
Cannabis Compliance Board Forms
ATTENTION: Do not complete forms in a browser window. Forms that are completed in the browser will be blank when saved. All fillable forms on this site must be downloaded and saved to your computer prior to completing the form.
Jump to section: REQUIRED REPORTING | RENEWAL FORMS | STAMP, MOLD & PACKAGING, PACKAGING & EVENTS | INSPECTIONS & TESTING | OTHER
| Agent Cards |
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Cannabis Establishment Agents must notify the CCB of changes, using the forms below. Email change forms and/or questions to [email protected].
Agent Address & Name Change Request
For agent card holders who need to change their name or address.
Designee Change Request
An establishment may designate a person to manage agent cards.
Agent Card Portal
Go to the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal to submit your application.
Agent Card Paper Application
You may download and complete the paper application and mail the application and payment to the Cannabis Compliance Board.
Waiver Application for Cannabis Agent Registration Card Requirement for Ownership Interest of less than 5%
Pursuant to NRS 678A.450 and NCCR 5.125
| Required Cannabis Establishment Reporting |
|---|
Cultivators, Producers and Dispensaries/Retail Stores are required to file Quarterly Physical Inventory Counts and Monthly Reports every quarter. Email any questions regarding these reports to [email protected].
Quarterly Physical Inventory Counts
In accordance to NAC 453.426 (6)(C) all licensees must conduct a quarterly inventory to maintain compliance. To assure that the criteria is met, all licensees are required to submit a copy of their quarterly inventory reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning March 31, 2019. Failure to comply with NAC 453.426 (6)(c) may result in disciplinary action including but not limited to civil penalties and/or license suspension.
Monthly Cultivation Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
Monthly Dispensary Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
Monthly Production Report
All licensees are required to submit their reports to the CCB 30 days after quarter end beginning April 1, 2019. For example: April, May and June reports are due no later than July 30.
| Cannabis Establishment License Renewal Forms |
|---|
ATTENTION: Do not complete forms in a browser window. Forms that are completed in the browser will be blank when saved. All fillable forms on this site must be downloaded and saved to your computer prior to completing the form. These forms must be completed annually.
NOTE: Renewal applications can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
License Renewal for Recreational Cannabis Establishment (Fillable)
Must be completed annually.
Medical Registration Certificate Renewal Form (Fillable)
Must be completed annually.
Medical Provisional Renewal Form (Fillable)
If provisional, establishments may request renewal.
| Stamp/Mold & Packaging |
|---|
NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Request to Review Stamp or Mold
If a licensed establishment believes a product is impractical to stamp or mold, submit this form with pictures.
Packaging Form & Instructions
| Inspections, Testing |
|---|
NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Modification of Facility, Change of Equipment or Menu
Complete this form for requested inspection of facility, equipment or menu changes.
Edible Homogeneity Study
Complete this form to conduct studies of edible cannabis products. Complete this form for requested inspection of facility, equipment or menu changes.
Request for Extraction After Fail
Request for Laboratory Retesting
Request to Dispense Edibles
Request for R&D Testing
| Other Forms |
|---|
NOTE: These forms can now be submitted online through the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal. Access the Accela Cannabis Customer Portal by clicking here.
Cannabis Distributor Temporary Storage Notice
Use this form to report an extraordinary circumstance that makes it necessary to temporarily store product. Describe the unusual or extreme facts of the situation that necessitate temporary storage. Temporary storage at the distributor's establishment may not exceed 3 days without written consent from the CCB. If the product is removed from the vehicle for storage, the inventory shall be verified following off-load and prior to on-load.
Cannabis Certificate/Licensee Incident Report
A cannabis establishment must document and report any burglary/theft/robbery, vandalism, suspicious activity, or any other type of incident that occurred at the cannabis establishment to the appropriate law enforcement agency and to the CCB within 24 hours. This Certificate/Licensee Incident Report must be submitted to the CCB with the establishment's internal incident report. The establishment shall provide copies of any documentation requested by the CCB and maintain the documents for at least 5 years after the date of documentation. If loss or theft of cannabis or cannabis product occurs during transportation, the establishment must report it to a person designated by the cannabis distributor to receive such reports immediately after the cannabis establishment agent becomes aware of the loss or theft. A cannabis distributor that receives a report of loss or theft must report it to the appropriate law enforcement agency and to the CCB within 24 hours.
Complaint Form
Point of Contact (POC) change
The Point of Contact is authorized to receive information regarding an establishment.
Change of Location
For an establishment to move within the same jurisdiction where it was issued a license.
Transfer of Interest Packet (Change of Ownership)
When a change to the ownership of an establishment is proposed, this form must be completed and submitted to the Department for approval prior to the transfer.
Tribal Partnerships
In the spirit of cooperation and mutual interest in a well-regulated industry, the Governor or his designee may enter into agreements (otherwise known as compacts) with tribal governments concerning coordination of cross-jurisdictional administration of state and tribal government laws relating to the use of cannabis (NRS 223.250).
Tribal Compacts
(clicking the links below will redirect you away from the CCB website)
- Elko Band of the Te-Moak Tribe
- Ely Shoshone Compact
- Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Compact
- Ft. McDermitt Paiute and Shoshone Compact
- Las Vegas Paiute Compact
- Lovelock Paiute Compact
- Pyramid Lake Paiute Compact
- Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Cannabis Agreement Executed
- Walker River Paiute Compact
- Winnemucca Signed Compact
- Yerington Paiute Compact