how to get a medical marijuanas card in pa

To get a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania in 2025, follow these key steps:

1. Be a resident of Pennsylvania with a valid PA driver's license or state-issued ID.
2. Have a qualifying medical condition certified by a PA Department of Health-approved medical marijuana doctor.
3. Register with the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program online by creating a patient profile on the PA Department of Health's registry.
4. Attend a consultation with a certified physician to obtain cannabis certification.
5. Complete your application online, pay the $50 fee (which may be waived for certain assistance program participants), and submit it.
6. Receive your medical marijuana card by mail and then you can purchase medical marijuana from licensed dispensaries in PA.

The process can be done mostly online, including telehealth appointments with a qualifying doctor, making it convenient to get certified without leaving home. Children under 18 require a caregiver to apply on their behalf. The card fee is $50 with potential no-cost options depending on your participation in programs like Medicaid or SNAP. After approval, the card typically arrives in a few days to weeks.