How to get a medical card in Vermont
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in Vermont, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the Vermont Medical Cannabis Registry list. -
See a Vermont-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Register with the state
Complete the Vermont Medical Cannabis Registry application and pay the $50 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 Vermont.
Can you see a doctor online in Vermont?
Yes. Vermont allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a Vermont medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in Vermont
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
Vermont state fee
$50
Paid to the state, not to us
Recreational is legal in Vermont — 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 Vermont
Online evaluations across Vermont
- Burlington
- South Burlington
- Rutland
- Essex
- Montpelier
Vermont medical card questions
Can I get a Vermont medical marijuana card online?
Yes. Vermont allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a Vermont medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in Vermont?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. Vermont's own fee is $50, paid to the state.
How long does a Vermont 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 Vermont card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: about 2–4 weeks.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in Vermont?
Yes — up to 2 plants, under the state's rules.
How much can a patient buy or carry in Vermont?
The patient limit is about 2 oz. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Vermont?
Yes, for adults 21+. A medical card can still lower your taxes and raise your limits.