Virginia Medical Card Requirements: Your Guide to Getting Started

Obtaining a Virginia medical card is a straightforward process when you understand the requirements. This guide outlines the steps and criteria needed to qualify for a medical cannabis card, helping you navigate the process with ease.

Virginia Medical Card Requirements

Who Qualifies for a Virginia Medical Card?

To qualify for a medical cannabis card in Virginia, you must meet specific eligibility criteria:

  • Virginia Residency: Applicants must be a temporary or permanent resident of Virginia. Provide proof of identity, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or other government-issued documentation.

  • Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Minors can qualify if a parent or legal guardian registers as their caregiver.

Qualifying Medical Conditions

Virginia’s program allows healthcare providers to recommend medical cannabis for any condition they believe could benefit from treatment. Common qualifying conditions include:

Virginia Medical Card Requirements

Steps to Obtain a Virginia Medical Card

1. Schedule Your Appointment!

Schedule an appointment for a Medical Cannabis Certification with a licensed marijuana practitioner at CannabisMD TeleMed.
No referral or medical records required.

2. Speak with a Marijuana Doctor

You will receive a call from the medical provider at your appointment time.
The appointment can be conducted by phone from anywhere!
Prefer a Video Call? Just let the doctor know.

3. Take Your Certificate to the Dispensary!

After you receive your medical cannabis certification by email following your appointment you can immediately go to any medical marijuana dispensary location in Virginia.

This video will show you how to access your medical marijuana certificate after your appointment with the provider.

Get Approved for Your Marijuana Card Today!

Schedule your appointment today so you can receive your physician recommendation for medical marijuana and begin purchasing products at Virginia medical cannabis dispensary locations immediately.

Virginia Medical Card Requirements

Getting a Medical Card Online

Virginia law permits telemedicine evaluations to receive your medical card which means you can receive your medical card entirely online from the comfort of your home. The entire process can take less than 15 minutes!

  • Book your appointment on our website with a licensed doctor.

  • Speak with the doctor through telemedicine via your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

  • Receive your card immediately after your appointment by email once approved by the doctor.

Virginia Medical Card Requirements

Renewal Process

Both your certification and optional registration card must be renewed annually. Follow these steps to maintain access:

  • Renew Your Written Certification: Schedule a follow-up appointment with a licensed provider to re-evaluate your condition. If eligible, a new medical cannabis certification will be issued.

  • Renew Your Medical Marijuana Card: If you registered for a state-issued medical marijuana card with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority, log into the Patient Portal, upload your updated certification, and pay the renewal fee. Remember, this is not required to purchase medical cannabis in Virginia or Washington DC but may give you access to dispensaries in other states that offer reciprocity.

Book An Appointment.

Schedule your virtual appointment with a licensed doctor to become certified for Virginia’s Medical Cannabis Program. If you feel medical marijuana is not right for you during your appointment then let the doctor know and we will issue a 100% refund!

Trouble scheduling?
Call us at 804-893-5068

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, anxiety is a commonly approved condition for medical cannabis use. Licensed providers at CannabisMD TeleMed can evaluate your condition and confirm eligibility.

  • No, starting January 1, 2024, the authority over the Virginia Medical Cannabis Program has been handed off to the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority.

  • The medical marijuana certification process from booking your appointment to receiving your medical cannabis certificate usually takes 30 minutes or less. This timeline depends on appointment availability and the provider’s response time.

  • No, registration is optional. A written certification from a licensed provider is sufficient to purchase medical cannabis in Virginia.

  • No, Virginia does not have dispensaries for recreational use. There are only medical dispensaries in Virginia and you must have a medical card to access these dispensaries.

  • You should tell your doctor the truth about why you are seeking a medical card. In Virginia any condition could qualify for a medical cannabis card, so the best thing to do is be open about why you want to use medical marijuana and why you believe it could help you. The doctor is here to help you get access to the treatment you deserve not to stand in your way.

  • Yes, you can buy a gun if you have a medical card in Virginia. Having a medical card does not prohibit someone from owning a gun, but using marijuana does prohibit gun ownership.

  • Yes, getting a medical card online in Virginia is the most common way to get a medical card. Virginia has passed laws that make the process of getting a medical card online incredibly easy and from the comfort of your home.

  • Getting a medical cannabis card in Virginia only takes a 10 minute doctors appointment. Once approved by the doctor, the medical cannabis card arrives immediately by email and it can be used right away at any dispensary in Virginia.

  • Using cannabis in Virginia or DC: Your provider-issued medical certification is enough. No state card needed.

    Buying in other states (reciprocity): You may need a Virginia state-issued card. If so, apply as follows.

    How to apply for the Virginia state-issued card:

    1. Watch the right video:

    First-time applicants: First Time Instructions

    Renewals: Renewal Instructions(renew only within 60 days of your current card’s expiry)

    2. Submit the online form:

    Use the First Time Application or Renewal Application link (matching the video you watched).

    3. Email required documents to cbd@dhp.virginia.gov:

    Completed Certification for the Use of Cannabis Products (attached to your email)

    Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill, bank statement)

    Proof of identity (e.g., driver’s license)

    Proof of age (e.g., driver’s license)

    4. Pay the fee:$50, non-refundable, at submission.

    5. Get your card: Delivered by email within 30 days. A physical copy is mailed only if requested (for work/medical documentation).