Qualifying conditions in Alabama

Permits non-smokable forms only: tablets, capsules, tinctures, topicals. Smoking and vaping prohibited. Qualifying conditions include cancer, PTSD, chronic pain, epilepsy, and 15+ others.

How to apply in Alabama

1
Find an AMCC-registered physician
Locate a physician registered with the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) who can evaluate your qualifying condition.
2
Complete your evaluation
The registered physician evaluates your condition, reviews medical records, and determines if you qualify for medical cannabis. If approved, the physician enters your information into the state system.
3
Register with the AMCC
Complete your patient registration through the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission portal. Submit required documentation and pay the $65 annual registration fee.
4
Visit a licensed dispensary
Once your card is issued, purchase medical cannabis from any licensed dispensary. Alabama prohibits smoking and vaping — only tablets, capsules, tinctures, suppositories, patches, topicals, and nebulizers are allowed.

Official resource

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

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Costs in Alabama

State application fee: $65
Renewal fee: $65
Physician evaluation: $150–$300
Card validity: 12 months

Timeline

Find an AMCC-registered physician: 1 day
Complete your evaluation: 1 day
Register with the AMCC: 1 day
Visit a licensed dispensary: 14 days

Renewal

Medical cannabis cards in Alabama are valid for 12 months. The renewal fee is $65.

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Questions people in Alabama ask

Does Alabama have a medical marijuana program?: Yes. Alabama legalized medical cannabis in 2021 through the Darren Wesley "Ato" Hall Compassion Act (SB 46). The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) oversees the program. Patient card issuance began in late 2024 after significant regulatory delays.
What conditions qualify for medical cannabis in Alabama?: Qualifying conditions include autism spectrum disorder, cancer, Crohn's disease, epilepsy or seizure disorder, HIV/AIDS, chronic pain lasting more than six months, PTSD, spasticity from multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury, and several other debilitating conditions as determined by the AMCC.
How much does an Alabama medical cannabis card cost?: The state registration fee is $65 per year. You will also need a physician certification, which typically costs between $150 and $250 depending on the provider. Some telehealth services may offer evaluations at the lower end of that range.
What forms of medical cannabis are allowed in Alabama?: Alabama law permits tablets, capsules, tinctures, suppositories, transdermal patches, nebulizers, and topical creams or gels. Smoking, vaping, and edible forms (cookies, candies, etc.) are explicitly prohibited under the Compassion Act.