How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Virginia

Qualifying conditions in Virginia

Board-certified physician certification required. Any diagnosed condition or disease determined to benefit. No specific condition list. Cultivation of up to 4 plants per household for personal use.

How to apply in Virginia

1. 1
   See a registered practitioner

   Visit a practitioner registered with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy who can evaluate your condition and issue a written certification.

2. 2
   Receive your written certification

   The practitioner issues a written certification valid for one year. Virginia does not require a separate state registration card — the certification itself is your authorization.

3. 3
   Visit a pharmaceutical processor

   Bring your certification and valid Virginia ID to any licensed pharmaceutical processor (Virginia's term for medical cannabis dispensaries). Medical products include oils, capsules, suppositories, and flower.

Costs in Virginia

State application fee

$50

Renewal fee

$50

Physician evaluation

$150–$300

Card validity

12 months

Timeline

See a registered practitioner

1 day

Receive your written certification

1 day

Visit a pharmaceutical processor

1 day

Renewal

Medical cannabis cards in Virginia are valid for 12 months. The renewal fee is $50.

Official Virginia resources

Questions people in Virginia ask

How do I get a medical cannabis card in Virginia?

Visit a board-certified physician registered with the Board of Pharmacy. Receive a written certification. Register with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority. No specific condition list — any condition the physician deems appropriate.

What conditions qualify in Virginia?

Virginia does not have a specific qualifying condition list. Any diagnosed condition or disease that a board-certified physician determines may benefit from cannabis use qualifies.

How much does a Virginia medical card cost?

State registration is $50. Physician evaluations range $150–$300. The card is valid for 12 months.