How to get a medical card in Delaware
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Delaware, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Delaware Medical Marijuana Program list. -
See a Delaware-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Register with the state
Complete the Delaware Medical Marijuana Program application and pay the $50 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
About 2–3 weeks. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Delaware.
Can you see a doctor online in Delaware?
Yes. Delaware allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a Delaware medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in Delaware
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Delaware state fee
$50
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Delaware — 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 Delaware
Online evaluations across Delaware
- Wilmington
- Dover
- Newark
- Middletown
- Smyrna
Delaware medical card questions
Can I get a Delaware medical marijuana card online?
Yes. Delaware allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a Delaware medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in Delaware?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Delaware's own fee is $50, paid to the state.
How long does a Delaware medical card last?
1–2 years. You can usually renew online a few weeks before it expires, and we'll remind you.
How fast will I get my Delaware card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: about 2–3 weeks.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Delaware?
No. Delaware doesn't allow medical patients to grow at home.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Delaware?
The patient limit is about 6 oz per 30 days. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Delaware?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.