How to get a medical card in Florida
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Florida, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry list. -
See a Florida-licensed doctor
Your first certification has to be in person. Renewals can usually be done by video. -
Register with the state
Complete the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry application and pay the $75 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
About 1–2 weeks after approval. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Florida.
Can you see a doctor online in Florida?
Not for your first visit. Florida requires an in-person exam for your first certification. Renewals can usually be done by video, so after year one you can skip the waiting room.
What it costs in Florida
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Florida state fee
$75
Paid to the state, not to us
A card is the only legal way to buy in Florida
- 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 Florida
Online evaluations across Florida
- Jacksonville
- Miami
- Tampa
- Orlando
- St. Petersburg
- Tallahassee
Florida medical card questions
Can I get a Florida medical marijuana card online?
Not the first time. Florida requires an in-person exam for your first certification. Renewals can usually be done by video.
How much does a medical card cost in Florida?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Florida's own fee is $75, paid to the state.
How long does a Florida 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 Florida card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: about 1–2 weeks after approval.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Florida?
No. Florida doesn't allow medical patients to grow at home.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Florida?
The patient limit is about 2.5 oz flower per 35 days. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Florida?
No. In Florida a medical card is the only legal way to buy cannabis at a dispensary.