How to get a medical card in Kentucky
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Kentucky, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program list. -
See a Kentucky-licensed doctor
Your first certification has to be in person. Renewals can usually be done by video. -
Register with the state
Complete the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program application and pay the $15 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
Varies. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Kentucky.
Can you see a doctor online in Kentucky?
Not for your first visit. Kentucky 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 Kentucky
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Kentucky state fee
$15
Paid to the state, not to us
A card is the only legal way to buy in Kentucky
- 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 Kentucky
Online evaluations across Kentucky
- Louisville
- Lexington
- Bowling Green
- Owensboro
- Covington
Kentucky medical card questions
Can I get a Kentucky medical marijuana card online?
Not the first time. Kentucky requires an in-person exam for your first certification. Renewals can usually be done by video.
How much does a medical card cost in Kentucky?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Kentucky's own fee is $15, paid to the state.
How long does a Kentucky 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 Kentucky card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: varies.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Kentucky?
No. Kentucky doesn't allow medical patients to grow at home.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Kentucky?
The patient limit is about 30-day supply. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Kentucky?
No. In Kentucky a medical card is the only legal way to buy cannabis at a dispensary.