How to get a medical card in Utah
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Utah, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Utah Medical Cannabis Program list. -
See an Utah-licensed doctor
Your first certification has to be in person. Renewals can usually be done by video. -
Register with the state
Complete the Utah Medical Cannabis Program application and pay the $15 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
Usually within days. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in Utah.
Can you see a doctor online in Utah?
Not for your first visit. Utah 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 Utah
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Utah state fee
$15
Paid to the state, not to us
A card is the only legal way to buy in Utah
- 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 Utah
Online evaluations across Utah
- Salt Lake City
- West Valley City
- Provo
- West Jordan
- Orem
- St. George
Utah medical card questions
Can I get an Utah medical marijuana card online?
Not the first time. Utah requires an in-person exam for your first certification. Renewals can usually be done by video.
How much does a medical card cost in Utah?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Utah's own fee is $15, paid to the state.
How long does an Utah medical card last?
6 months–1 year. You can usually renew online a few weeks before it expires, and we'll remind you.
How fast will I get my Utah card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: usually within days.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Utah?
No. Utah doesn't allow medical patients to grow at home.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Utah?
The patient limit is about 4 oz per 30 days. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Utah?
No. In Utah a medical card is the only legal way to buy cannabis at a dispensary.