How to Get a Medical Cannabis Card

Medical marijuana programs are active in 38 US states, each with its own registration fees, qualifying conditions, and application processes. Whether you're a new patient or looking to renew, find your state below for a complete step-by-step guide to obtaining your medical cannabis card.

38
States with Programs
37
Allow Telemedicine
6
No Registration Fee
8
Offer Reciprocity

Alaska

AK
Fee$25
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Arizona

AZ
Fee$150
Renewal2 years
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Arkansas

AR
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

California

CA
Fee$100
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Colorado

CO
Fee$25
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Connecticut

CT
Fee$100
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Delaware

DE
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Florida

FL
Fee$75
Renewal7 months
TelehealthTelemed

Georgia

GA
Fee$25
Renewal2 years
TelehealthIn-Person Only

Hawaii

HI
Fee$38.50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Illinois

IL
Fee$100/1yr or $200/3yr
Renewal1 year or 3 years
TelehealthTelemed

Iowa

IA
Fee$100
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Louisiana

LA
Fee$0 (no state fee)
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Maine

ME
Fee$0 (no state fee)
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Maryland

MD
Fee$0 (no fee)
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Massachusetts

MA
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Michigan

MI
Fee$40
Renewal2 years
TelehealthTelemed

Minnesota

MN
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Mississippi

MS
Fee$25
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Missouri

MO
Fee$25
Renewal3 years
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Montana

MT
Fee$25
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Nevada

NV
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

New Hampshire

NH
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

New Jersey

NJ
Fee$100
Renewal2 years
TelehealthTelemed

New Mexico

NM
Fee$0 (no fee)
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

New York

NY
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

North Dakota

ND
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Ohio

OH
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Oklahoma

OK
Fee$100
Renewal2 years
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Oregon

OR
Fee$200
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Pennsylvania

PA
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Rhode Island

RI
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

South Dakota

SD
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed
ReciprocityAccepted

Utah

UT
Fee$0 (no state fee)
Renewal6 months to 1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Vermont

VT
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Virginia

VA
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

Washington

WA
Fee$0 (no state fee)
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

West Virginia

WV
Fee$50
Renewal1 year
TelehealthTelemed

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Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice. Cannabis remains illegal under US federal law. State medical cannabis programs, fees, qualifying conditions, and regulations are subject to change. Always verify current requirements with your state's official medical cannabis program and consult with a qualified health care provider before pursuing a medical cannabis card. Cannabismarketcap does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information presented.