How to get a medical card in Montana
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Montana, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Montana Medical Marijuana Program list. -
See a Montana-licensed doctor
Your first certification has to be in person. Renewals can usually be done by video. -
Register with the state
Complete the Montana Medical Marijuana Program application and pay the $20 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
About 2–4 weeks. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Montana.
Can you see a doctor online in Montana?
Not for your first visit. Montana 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 Montana
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Montana state fee
$20
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Montana — 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 Montana
Online evaluations across Montana
- Billings
- Missoula
- Great Falls
- Bozeman
- Helena
Montana medical card questions
Can I get a Montana medical marijuana card online?
Not the first time. Montana requires an in-person exam for your first certification. Renewals can usually be done by video.
How much does a medical card cost in Montana?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Montana's own fee is $20, paid to the state.
How long does a Montana 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 Montana card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: about 2–4 weeks.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Montana?
Yes — up to 4 plants, under the state's rules.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Montana?
The patient limit is about 1 oz. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Montana?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.