How to Get a Hemp Licence in Ireland: Your 2025 Guide

Want to grow hemp legally in Ireland? A hemp licence is non-negotiable. This guide explains the process, costs, and how Munster Hemp ensures you stay compliant in 2025.

📜 Why You Need a Hemp Licence

• Legal requirement: Growing hemp without a licence is illegal and risks fines or loss of farm payments.
• Ensures safety: Licences enforce low-THC (under 0.2%) hemp, keeping your crop non-psychoactive.
• Protects your farm: Compliance keeps you eligible for CAP and eco-schemes.

🧭 The Licensing Process

1. Contact Munster Hemp: We’ll assess your farm and guide you through the application.
2. Gather documents: You’ll need land details, field maps, and proof of EU-approved seeds.
3. Apply to the Department of Health: Submit your application before planting (usually by early spring).
4. Wait for approval: Processing can take 6–8 weeks, so plan ahead.
5. Stay compliant: Expect random inspections to verify THC levels and seed sources.

💸 Costs and Requirements

• Licence fee: Varies, typically €500–€2,000 depending on acreage (check with the Department of Health).
• Seed rules: Only EU-approved varieties are allowed—Munster Hemp supplies these.
• Record-keeping: Track planting, harvest, and sales for inspections.

🤝 Munster Hemp’s Licensing Support

• Paperwork help: We fill out forms and check field maps for accuracy.
• Seed supply: Get certified seeds that meet EU regulations.
• Compliance advice: We guide you through inspections and record-keeping.

“The licensing process seemed daunting, but Munster Hemp made it straightforward. I was approved in no time!”
— Michael T., County Clare

Ready to Get Licensed?

Contact Munster Hemp for FREE licensing support and start your hemp journey legally in 2025.