How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Delaware

Qualifying conditions in Delaware

Patients may purchase up to 6 ounces per month from compassion centers. Home cultivation not permitted. 16+ qualifying conditions including cancer, PTSD, chronic pain, ALS, epilepsy.

How to apply in Delaware

  1. 1
    Find a qualified physician

    Locate a physician licensed in Delaware who can evaluate your qualifying condition and provide a written certification.

  2. 2
    Apply through DHSS

    Submit your application to the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Office of Medical Marijuana. Include the physician certification, valid Delaware ID, and the $50 fee.

  3. 3
    Receive your registry card

    The state processes applications within 45 calendar days. Once approved, your card is mailed. Cards are valid for one year.

Official resource

Delaware Medical Marijuana

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Costs in Delaware

State application fee
Free
Renewal fee
Free
Caregiver application fee
$125
Physician evaluation
$150–$250
Card validity
12 months

Timeline

Find a qualified physician
1 day
Apply through DHSS
1 day
Receive your registry card
45 days

Renewal

Medical cannabis cards in Delaware are valid for 12 months. The renewal fee is Free.

Official Delaware resources

Questions people in Delaware ask

Does Delaware have a medical marijuana program?
Yes. Delaware legalized medical marijuana in 2011 through the Delaware Medical Marijuana Act (SB 17). The program is overseen by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), Office of Medical Marijuana.
What conditions qualify for medical marijuana in Delaware?
Qualifying conditions include cancer, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, Alzheimer's, PTSD, autism with self-injurious behavior, chronic debilitating migraines, decompensated cirrhosis, intractable epilepsy, neuropathy, and other conditions with severe pain, nausea, or wasting.
How much does a Delaware medical marijuana card cost?
The state registration fee is $50 per year. Physician evaluations typically cost between $150 and $200. Low-income patients may qualify for fee waivers. Cards are valid for one year.