Minnesota Cannabis Business Licenses
Minnesota Opens Application Round
Application Period in Progress
On February 18, 2025, Minnesota opened their first round of cannabis license applications for general applicants. The application window closes on March 14, 2025.
Full-Service Support In Partnership With Blunt Strategies
Exclusive to the Minnesota cannabis market, Canna Advisors is proud to partner with Minnesota-based Blunt Strategies to supply end-to-end cannabis business development services in the region.This partnership combines Blunt Strategies’ regional expertise in policy, advocacy, and market development with Canna Advisors’ national experience in licensing and operational strategy to empower entrepreneurs, legacy operators, and businesses at every stage.
How Blunt Strategies Expands Our Offerings
- Additional Licensing & Compliance Support – Application preparation, regulatory navigation, and compliance guidance tailored to Minnesota.
- Custom Business Strategy & Development – Custom plans to help businesses establish, scale, and succeed.
- Proven Advocacy & Industry Engagement – Strong connections with policymakers and industry leaders to help businesses build their reputations.
Proven Cannabis Experts Working For You
As Minnesota’s cannabis market grows, this partnership ensures that businesses have the resources and expertise needed to succeed, scale, and thrive.
Whether you’re a first-time cannabis entrepreneur just trying to bring your startup to fruition or a seasoned cannabis professional looking to take advantage of Minnesota’s ripe new market, our combined consultancy teams can give you the most comprehensive chance of winning a license and ensuring long-term success.
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Current Application Requirements
While it will be another lottery process, similar materials will be required to qualify. These materials include:
1) Business Plan
2) Security Plan
3) Disclosure of Ownership Plan
4) Labor Peace Agreement
5) Standard Operating Procedures
6) Description of Training and Education for Employees
Apply for Your Minnesota Cannabis Business License Now
Now that the round for social equity applicants has closed, it's time for all other applicants to have a shot at a license. Though social equity applicants will still be allowed to apply in this round (especially those who did not win a license in this first round), it will be open to those without social equity status with the potential for more licenses to be issued than in the previous round.
Let our Minnesota cannabis consultants who have helped clients win cannabis licenses across the country guide you through early planning for your cannabis business.
Contact our cannabis license application experts now.
Current & Future Cannabis License Timelines
Minnesota Adult-Use Licenses
The first round of social equity cannabis licenses is now closed, but the general application window opened on February 18, 2025 with a deadline of March 14, 2025.
While new opportunity windows may open in the future, nothing is certain and we encourage prospective Minnesota entrepreneurs to take advantage of the current window as soon as possible.
Our team of cannabis and license application experts have worked in 39 states and can read between the lines to map out a clear plan of early action while others are stuck waiting.
Get Your Cannabis Business License in Minnesota
Learn how our proven expertise and unparalleled track record can successfully secure your Minnesota cannabis license.