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NZ medical cannabis clinics, compared
A neutral, factual look at the main New Zealand medical-cannabis clinics — telehealth vs in-person, the regions they cover, indicative consult-fee ranges and how to book. Any NZ-registered doctor can prescribe; most patients now use telehealth. Medical cannabis is not funded by Pharmac, so you pay for consults and product yourself.
Last reviewed: 15 June 2026· Indicative fees only — confirm with each clinic · We don't rate, rank or endorse clinics, and make no therapeutic claims · 18+, not medical advice.
| Clinic | Mode | Regions | Indicative initial consult | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alternaleaf NZNationwide telehealth; NZ-registered doctors; concession discounts advertised. | Telehealth | Nationwide (telehealth) | ~$49 | Visit ↗ |
| Access Cannabis (The Hemp Store)Telehealth service with courier delivery; also maintains an NZ clinics directory. | Telehealth | Nationwide (telehealth) | ~$40 initial / ~$30 repeat | Visit ↗ |
| DispensedMonthly treatment-plan model (prescribe, supply and deliver). | Telehealth | Nationwide (telehealth) | Free initial & follow-up (advertised) | Visit ↗ |
| CannaPlus+In-person clinics in multiple cities plus telehealth; free 'ask a nurse' advertised. | Telehealth + in-person | Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Queenstown + telehealth | Varies | Visit ↗ |
| Cannabis ClinicTelehealth plus in-person locations. | Telehealth + in-person | Auckland, Hawke's Bay, Nelson + nationwide telehealth | ~$59–$79 | Visit ↗ |
| Green DoctorsIn-person Auckland clinic plus online/phone consultations. | Telehealth + in-person | Eden Terrace, Auckland + nationwide online/phone | Varies | Visit ↗ |
| The Pain ClinicNationwide telehealth clinic (Medical Kiwi group). | Telehealth | Nationwide (telehealth) | Varies | Visit ↗ |
Fees and locations are indicative and were the publicly-advertised figures when this page was reviewed. weed.nz is not affiliated with any clinic and receives no fee for these listings.
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Common questions
How much does a medical cannabis consultation cost in NZ?
Indicative initial-consult fees at NZ telehealth clinics in 2026 range from free (advertised) to roughly $40–$80, with repeat consults often cheaper. Fees are set by each clinic and change frequently, and they are separate from the cost of the product, which is dispensed by a pharmacy and not funded by Pharmac.
What is the difference between a telehealth and an in-person cannabis clinic?
Telehealth clinics assess and prescribe entirely by phone or video and courier the medicine, which suits provincial and rural patients. In-person clinics offer a face-to-face appointment in a city location. Several NZ clinics offer both. Any NZ-registered doctor can prescribe medical cannabis through either route.
Do I need a specialist or a specific condition to get a prescription?
No. Any NZ-registered doctor can prescribe medical cannabis, and there is no fixed list of qualifying conditions. The prescriber assesses your individual situation. weed.nz does not endorse any clinic or make therapeutic claims; this page compares logistics and indicative fees only.