Customers are accustomed to paying with cards nearly everywhere they shop, yet marijuana remains illegal under federal law. As a result, dispensaries continue to face restrictions on the payment methods they can offer.

If your dispensary suddenly couldn’t accept debit card payments in the Spring and Summer 2026, you weren’t alone. Many dispensaries found themselves operating as cash-only businesses with little or no advance warning.

In 2026, does your business still need an ATM? Yes! Discover why cash still matters and how ATMs support hybrid payments and business resilience.