How to get a medical card in Colorado
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Colorado, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry list. -
See a Colorado-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Register with the state
Complete the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry application and pay the $29.50 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
Often same day online. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Colorado.
Can you see a doctor online in Colorado?
Yes. Colorado allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a Colorado medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in Colorado
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Colorado state fee
$29.50
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Colorado — so why get a card?
- Pay less tax
Patients skip some or all of the adult-use cannabis tax in many states.
- Higher limits
Medical patients can usually buy and carry more than recreational buyers.
- Medical-only products
Some strengths and formulas are sold only behind the patient counter.
- Legal standing
Patient status can matter for housing, custody and some workplace rules.
Qualifying conditions in Colorado
Online evaluations across Colorado
- Denver
- Colorado Springs
- Aurora
- Fort Collins
- Boulder
- Pueblo
Colorado medical card questions
Can I get a Colorado medical marijuana card online?
Yes. Colorado allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a Colorado medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in Colorado?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Colorado's own fee is $29.50, paid to the state.
How long does a Colorado medical card last?
1 year. You can usually renew online a few weeks before it expires, and we'll remind you.
How fast will I get my Colorado card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: often same day online.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Colorado?
Yes — up to 6 plants, under the state's rules.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Colorado?
The patient limit is about 2 oz. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Colorado?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.