How to get a medical card in Michigan
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Michigan, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Michigan Medical Marihuana Program list. -
See a Michigan-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Register with the state
Complete the Michigan Medical Marihuana Program application and pay the $40 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
Digital receipt fast; card in about 2–3 weeks. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Michigan.
Can you see a doctor online in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a Michigan medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in Michigan
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Michigan state fee
$40
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Michigan — 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 Michigan
Online evaluations across Michigan
- Detroit
- Grand Rapids
- Warren
- Sterling Heights
- Ann Arbor
- Lansing
Michigan medical card questions
Can I get a Michigan medical marijuana card online?
Yes. Michigan allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a Michigan medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in Michigan?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Michigan's own fee is $40, paid to the state.
How long does a Michigan medical card last?
2 years. You can usually renew online a few weeks before it expires, and we'll remind you.
How fast will I get my Michigan card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: digital receipt fast; card in about 2–3 weeks.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Michigan?
Yes — up to 12 plants, under the state's rules.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Michigan?
The patient limit is about 2.5 oz. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Michigan?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.