How to Get a Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Card

Do you qualify for a medical marijuana card?

Are you at least 18 years of age (or are you a minor with an adult caregiver and physician certification from two physicians)?
Are you a legal resident of Massachusetts with proof of residency?
Have a qualifying health condition?
Have a registered healthcare provider certify that you have a qualifying condition, and have you established a bona fide relationship with that provider?

What do I need to apply?

Once certified, your physician or certified nurse practitioner will give you a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to register with the program.
Proof of identification
Proof of Massachusetts residency
Photo of yourself (the photo must satisfy photo requirements)
Designate a personal caregiver (if necessary)

See what conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in Massachusetts.

Qualifying Conditions

Apply online for your Massachusetts medical cannabis card.

You can apply for your Massachusetts medical cannabis card online through the Massachusetts Cannabis Industry Portal (MassCIP) online system. It's the fastest and most convenient way to register.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Once you are approved you will receive an email notification. You will be able to print a temporary paper program ID from your MassCIP portal account. The Cannabis Control Commission will send you a permanent card within 2 weeks of your approval date.

If you already have a card, you only need to apply for a medical cannabis card renewal. You must renew your registration with the Program 60 days prior to expiration. Your Program ID card expires every three years. Renew your registration with the Program 60 days before expiration.

Visit our Verilife Wareham dispensary. You must have your medical registry ID card and state-issued ID with you in order to purchase medical cannabis products.

Massachusetts law allows a qualifying patient to possess up to a 60-day supply for personal medical use; 60-day supply is defined as up to 10 ounces.

Patients and caregivers must always carry their registry ID card whenever they are in possession of approved medical cannabis products, and no one may carry cannabis products outside the state of Massachusetts.

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How to Get a Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Card

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