Cannabis Associations (CHRAs) - An Introduction to Malta's Cannabis Clubs
Cannabis Associations in Malta operate through a regulated model called Cannabis Harm Reduction Associations (CHRAs). These are non-profit membership organisations overseen by the Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis (ARUC), rather than walk-in recreational cannabis shops.
This guide explains membership, distribution limits and how to check an association’s operating status. For possession, home cultivation, public consumption and travel rules, read our Malta cannabis laws guide.
Directory checked: 27 September 2026. Operating status and membership availability can change.
Who Can Join a Cannabis Associations in Malta?
Membership is for eligible adult residents. ARUC requires a Maltese Government-issued identity or residence card as proof of residence. Tourists cannot join.
You must be at least 18 and cannot belong to more than one CHRA at the same time. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee admission: contact the association about its application process and available places.
How to Apply for a Cannabis Associations Membership
- Check operating status. Use ARUC’s official register before contacting an association.
- Ask about availability. Confirm whether applications are open or whether there is a waiting list.
- Confirm documentation. Ask what you must present and how identity and eligibility are verified.
- Read the membership terms. Check fees, collection arrangements, privacy information and cancellation procedures.
- Resolve any existing membership. If changing associations, ask how to complete the transfer without overlapping memberships.
Non-profit status does not mean that membership or cannabis is free. Ask the association to explain its charges before applying.
Malta and Gozo Cannabis Associations Directory
Below are the associations, localities, telephone numbers and named representatives listed in ARUC’s official operating register, checked on 27 September 2026.
Contact the cannabis associations directly about membership availability, appointments and application requirements. Inclusion does not confirm that applications are open or that walk-in visits are accepted. “Listed representative” follows ARUC’s register and does not necessarily identify the person handling membership enquiries.
| Association | CHRA | Locality | Telephone | Listed representative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprawt | 001 | Ħaż-Żebbuġ & Żabbar | +356 7974 0001 | Andrew Cassar Overend |
| KDD Society | 002 | Ħ’Attard | +356 7996 4032 | Kenneth Ellul |
| Pollen Theory | 003 | Ta’ Xbiex | +356 9990 6056 | Rafel Sammut |
| Ta’ Zelli | 004 | Ħaż-Żebbuġ | +356 7788 7742 | Sean Zammit |
| Northern Lights | 005 | Gżira | +356 7954 9020 | Mirco Andreas Frehner |
| NEGE | 006 | San Pawl il-Baħar & Żabbar | +356 7984 2501 | Emren John Vella |
| South Flowers | 007 | Fgura | +356 2034 1508 | Marco Betti |
| The Roots Club | 008 | Għargħur | +356 9969 2424 | David Caruana |
| 507 | 009 | San Pawl il-Baħar | +356 9950 7009 | Kearney Attard |
| Green Planet | 010 | Xemxija, San Pawl il-Baħar | +356 7764 9341 | Ryan Darmanin |
| Exotic Culture | 011 | Mosta | +356 7750 8568 | Kai Merten |
| Grassroots | 012 | Gżira | +356 7753 3375 | Conrad Zammit |
| Mr T | 013 | Birżebbuġa | +356 9938 3523 | Joshua Vella |
| Above Bored | 014 | Birkirkara | +356 9905 6753 | Kristofer Muscat |
| Smokey J’s | 015 | Birkirkara | +356 7902 1216 | Paul Joe Xerxen |
| Bud and Chill | 016 | Birkirkara | +356 7943 1332 | Ryan Lanzon |
| Organic Oasis | 018 | San Ġwann | +356 7727 6039 | Sandro Formosa |
| The Green Zone | 019 | Qormi | +356 7974 5055 | Keith Magro |
| Sun Growers Farm | 020 | Birkirkara & Għajnsielem | +356 9942 3836 | Aarona Chetcuti |
| Trichomes | 022 | Gudja | +356 7979 3679 | Luke Scicluna |
| Premier Green | 023 | Żebbuġ | +356 9908 3055 | Daniel John Mountford |
| JD’s Farm | 025 | Qormi | +356 9947 2059 | Frank Azzopardi |
| Jamrock | 028 | Swieqi | +356 7710 9615 | Dr Liam Sciberras |
| Golden Leaf | 030 | Fgura | +356 7998 0420 | Brady Scerri Sevasta |
Association representatives: if your public contact information changes, contact Cannabis Clinics Malta to request a directory update. Check ARUC’s register for current operating status.
How Much Cannabis Can Members Collect?
The distribution limits are up to 7 grams per day and 50 grams per month, subject to applicable product and potency rules. These are ceilings, not recommended consumption amounts or a guarantee of supply.
For processed products, do not assume that one gram always counts as one gram of flower. ARUC’s January 2026 amendments apply THC-based equivalencies. Ask the cannabis associations how the selected product counts towards your allowance.
Collection limits do not increase personal-possession allowances or permit sharing with other people.
Can Members Consume Cannabis Inside a CHRA?
Do not assume that cannabis associations have a smoking lounge. ARUC’s published licensing guidelines prohibit cannabis and alcohol consumption on site. References to community, education or harm reduction do not themselves establish permission to consume on the premises.
What Does Harm Reduction Mean in Practice?
The CHRA framework combines controlled distribution with product testing, traceability and information for members. Its purpose is to reduce risks associated with unregulated supply and support informed decisions.
Quality controls can address specified contaminants and product characteristics. They do not eliminate impairment, dependence or other health risks associated with cannabis.
Useful questions to ask include:
- What does the product label tell me about cannabinoid content?
- What testing information is available for this batch?
- What guidance is provided about impairment and avoiding driving?
- How can a member seek help if their cannabis use becomes problematic?
CHRAs, Medical Cannabis and Retail Shops: Different Roles
| Route | Main function | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed CHRA | Non-medical cannabis distribution within a regulated, non-profit association. | Eligible registered members under association rules. |
| Medical cannabis pathway | Prescribed treatment subject to clinical assessment and the required approvals. | Through the applicable prescribing process and licensed pharmacy. |
| Retail equipment or CBD shop | Sale of products within the retailer’s range and applicable product rules. | A retail purchase does not grant CHRA membership or permission to obtain association cannabis. |
Home cultivation is a separate personal-use provision, not a membership requirement. Our main legal guide explains its limits and conditions.
What Should Tourists Know?
Visitors should distinguish three questions: whether they can join an association, whether possession falls within the law, and whether they can carry a prescribed medicine across a border. These are not interchangeable.
A personal-possession allowance does not create permission to buy from an unauthorised supplier or import recreational cannabis. Equally, exclusion from CHRA membership should not be rewritten as a blanket claim that every instance of tourist possession is automatically illegal.
For prescribed controlled medicines, consult the Maltese health authorities’ traveller guidance and confirm the requirements for your medicine and journey before travelling. Do not assume that a foreign prescription alone is sufficient, or that it guarantees local dispensing.
Equipment and Accessories from Cannabis Clinics Malta
For equipment questions, explore our beginner vaporizer guide, vaporizer range and replacement parts and accessories.
Our team can help with product compatibility and availability. Membership enquiries should go directly to the relevant association.
Official Sources
- ARUC operating register
- ARUC harm-reduction guidance
- ARUC licensing guidelines
- S.L. 628.01: licensing of organisations
- ARUC’s January 2026 directive amendments
- Medical cannabinoids information
- Guidelines for travellers carrying medicines
General information for adults. Consult current official guidance for individual legal, membership or medical questions.
