FAQ Category: Card Application Process
Card Application Process
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If you’ve ever asked the question, “How do I get certified for medical marijuana?” here’s the answer. To obtain medical marijuana, patients need to follow these steps. First, they should visit a qualified physician for an evaluation. If the physician approves, they will enter the patient into the Medical Marijuana Use Registry. Next, the Florida Department of Health will send the patient a medical marijuana ID card. Finally, the patient…
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After our doctor approves and registers you, the state will send you an email linking back to their website, where you must log-in and complete your patient profile. Following their instructions, you must submit an electronic copy of government-issued photo identification (driver’s license, passport, or military ID) with your proof of address, a clear recent photo, and the last four numbers of their Social Security number. You will also be…
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NO. You must have and show Florida ID or Proof of Residence to begin the evaluation and application process.
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The current processing time for a medical marijuana application is 10-14 days from the time the Medical Marijuana Use Registry receives it. They send you an approval email at that time. Your approval email can be used in the dispensaries as a temporary card until your actual card arrives in the mail. If you are submitting it by mail, please allow an additional 3-5 days for delivery of your application.…
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A medical marijuana registry card (also known as “MMID card”) is an ID card used by patients to purchase marijuana in medical dispensaries. It is required for the patient to legally use medical cannabis for their approved medical condition. Florida rule 64-4.011, F.A.C. requires all patients and legal representatives to have a Medical Marijuana Use Registry identification card to obtain medical marijuana, or a marijuana delivery device from a licensed…
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Once you have been approved by our doctor and entered into the Medical Marijuana Use Registry, you can then submit your application for the card. Applications may be submitted electronically online from our office or mailed to the Office of Medical Marijuana Use. All applications must include a registration fee of $75 to complete the process.
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NO. The doctor’s recommendation is the outcome of successfully certifying for the registry to use marijuana legally. The card (medical marijuana ID or ‘MMID’) is an actual card sent from the Florida Department of Health to the patient identifying them as having the legal right to use and possess medical cannabis. We suggest carrying your valid card with you at all times.