How to get a medical card in Maine
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Maine, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Maine Medical Use of Cannabis Program list. -
See a Maine-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Take your certification to a dispensary
Maine doesn't issue a separate state card. Your doctor's certification is what the dispensary checks. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
No state card to wait for. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Maine.
Can you see a doctor online in Maine?
Yes. Maine allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a Maine medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in Maine
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Maine state fee
No state card
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Maine — 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 Maine
Online evaluations across Maine
- Portland
- Lewiston
- Bangor
- South Portland
- Auburn
Maine medical card questions
Can I get a Maine medical marijuana card online?
Yes. Maine allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a Maine medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in Maine?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Maine's own fee is No state card, paid to the state.
How long does a Maine 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 Maine card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: no state card to wait for.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Maine?
Yes — up to 6 plants, under the state's rules.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Maine?
The patient limit is about 2.5 oz. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Maine?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.