How to get a medical card in West Virginia
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Check you're eligible
You need to live in West Virginia, be 18 or older (or apply with a guardian), and have a condition on the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Program list. -
See a West Virginia-licensed doctor
Meet by video for about 15 minutes. If you qualify, the doctor files your certification. -
Register with the state
Complete the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Program application and pay the $50 state fee. We walk you through it line by line. -
Buy from a licensed dispensary
Usually within 2–3 weeks. Bring your card and photo ID to any licensed medical dispensary in West Virginia.
Can you see a doctor online in West Virginia?
Yes. West Virginia allows the certifying visit by video for new patients and renewals. Your doctor must hold a West Virginia medical license — every doctor we match you with does.
What it costs in West Virginia
Doctor's evaluation
from $79
Charged only if you're approved
West Virginia state fee
$50
Paid to the state, not to us
A card is the only legal way to buy in West Virginia
- 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 West Virginia
Online evaluations across West Virginia
- Charleston
- Huntington
- Morgantown
- Parkersburg
- Wheeling
West Virginia medical card questions
Can I get a West Virginia medical marijuana card online?
Yes. West Virginia allows the certifying visit to happen by video for new patients and renewals. The doctor must hold a West Virginia medical license.
How much does a medical card cost in West Virginia?
Two parts. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved. West Virginia's own fee is $50, paid to the state.
How long does a West Virginia medical card last?
Up to 2 years. You can usually renew online a few weeks before it expires, and we'll remind you.
How fast will I get my West Virginia card?
The doctor files your certification after an approved visit. After that: usually within 2–3 weeks.
Can medical patients grow cannabis at home in West Virginia?
No. West Virginia doesn't allow medical patients to grow at home.
How much can a patient buy or carry in West Virginia?
The patient limit is about 30-day supply. Your dispensary tracks purchases against the state system.
Is recreational cannabis legal in West Virginia?
No. In West Virginia a medical card is the only legal way to buy cannabis at a dispensary.