Apply for a Medical Marijuana Card in Michigan

Talk to a licensed medical marijuana doctor in Michigan and get approved or your money back! If you are not approved for medical cannabis by a doctor for whatever reason, we issue a refund in FULL

Getting started only takes a few minutes. Simply sign up, answer a few questions, and schedule your appointment. Everything should be this easy.

Overall Michigan rating:

4.9 out of 5 based on 89 reviews

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Legal Status

Medical & Recreational

Possession Limits

Medical patients

Limited

10 oz/30-day period

2.5 oz purchase limit

Recreational users

Limited

2.5 oz/15 g concentrate

2.5 oz purchase limit

State Taxes

Medical patients

6%

Recreational users

16%

Cultivation

Cultivation

Why Get a Michigan
Med Card

Save over 10% on cannabis purchases

Skip the dispensary line

Peace of mind

Enhanced legal protection

More purchase locations

Higher possession limits

Michigan Savings Explained

Excluded from 10% excise tax
=
HUGE cash savings!)

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Michigan

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1BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Schedule an appointment to see a doctor through Veriheal at a time that is most convenient for you. Consult with the doctor for 10-15 minutes to evaluate your ailments and ask any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. Be sure to collect your practitioner’s Physician Number on the call, as you will need this when you apply to link their certification to your application.

Do not hesitate to reach out if you need assistance with getting an appointment set, our team would be more than happy to help.

2CONSULT WITH A MMJ DOCTOR

If you are approved by a Veriheal physician in Michigan, the physician will complete your registration online with the Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) within 48 hours of your appointment. You can then visit the MRA, navigate to the Patients and Caregivers page and complete an online application along with the $40 application fee. You will need your practitioner’s Physician Number to link their certification to your application.

3GET APPROVED

Once you complete your online application, the state will send you a new medical marijuana card in the mail in 2-3 weeks. When your card arrives, you can then begin buying marijuana legally from any dispensary in Michigan.

In Michigan, patients will need to re-certify their license every two years by seeing a licensed physician again. Veriheal will get in touch with you when your certification is approaching its expiration to help you set up a renewal consultation.

What You Get Using Veriheal in Michigan

Medical Cannabis Recommendation

Cannabis Consultation

Digital Cannabis Certification

New Patients & Renewals Welcome

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24/7 Customer Service

Just So You Know...

  • You can book a combo consultation with a friend or family member and you EACH get $10 off your appointment.
  • If you are not approved for medical marijuana by a doctor for whatever reason, we issue a refund in FULL.
  • Your recommendation is valid for 2 years in Michigan and you will need to re-certify your license with another appointment when it expires.

Recent Reviews

Simple process and everything else is awesome! No complaints everything went good.

Everything went well, and everyone was helpful. Now just waiting for the State to send my card.

Process was simple an quick. 100% recommend

Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 89 reviews

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Medical Cannabis Savings Taxes explained and the benefits of getting your medical card in Michigan

Recreational Marijuana Taxes in Michigan

16% (10% excise + 6% sales tax)

Medical Marijuana Taxes in Michigan

6% sales tax

Savings

Estimated Savings Having a Medical Marijuana Card

10%

Michigan's Cannabis Program - Quick Stats

Total Number of Medical Marijuana Patients:

151,940

1.51% of total Michigan population, as of 2023

Number of Licensed Dispensaries:

994 total

Michigan hosts over 1000 total licenses with about 330 medical and 660 recreational dispensaries, the fourth highest in the U.S.

Range of Medical Marijuana Products Available:

Dry cannabis flower, tinctures, suppositories, edibles, extracts, pre-rolls, vapes, and concentrates

All formulations of cannabis are legal in Michigan.

Average Price of Marijuana Products:

around $5 per gram

Michigan cannabis prices dropped drastically at the end of 2022, and medical users can find ounces for as low as $80.

Number of Licensed Cultivators and Processors:

925

Michigan cannabis cultivators can grow up to 10,000 cannabis plants, based on their license.

Annual Revenue from Marijuana Sales:

$266.2 million (2023)

Medical cannabis users are exempt from the 10% sales tax on recreational marijuana products.

Cost Information

Below is cost information for getting a Michigan medical marijuana card through Veriheal. When it's time to renew your card, we'll reach out with an exclusive price.

New
Medical Marijuana Certificate
$99
Additional State fee
$40
Total
$139

Still not sure about the process?

Watch this video to learn more about getting a medical marijuana card in Michigan.

About Cannabis in Michigan

The Michigan Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP) wasted no time getting patients the relief they needed once the state legalized prescribed cannabis in 2008 of the ‘Michigan Medical Marihuana Act’. Then in 2019, the Great Lake State legalized adult-use cannabis, with retail sales beginning in December of that year. Since then, there’s been a multiple million-dollar difference in state finances, thanks to both medical and recreational marijuana sales.

Since legalization, Michigan’s cannabis industry has boomed. Currently, Michigan hosts over 237,700 registered medical marijuana patients and houses around 484 state-licensed dispensaries.

According to the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency, Michigan brought in about $325 million in tax revenue from medical and recreational sales in 2022, through a 10% excise tax and a 6% sales tax.

 

Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana Registration in Michigan

According to the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, Michigan has more than a dozen conditions that qualify residents for a medical marijuana card. The list includes the following debilitating medical conditions: 

Michigan also considers “chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or its treatment that produces 1 or more of the following”:

Process to Apply for a Michigan Medical Marijuana Card

Along with having one or more of the conditions, a qualifying patient 18 years of age or older that applies for a Michigan medical marijuana card must also prove their residency with a valid driver’s license or state identification card.

Once you have seen the Veriheal-provided medical marijuana doctor and have been approved, you can begin the application to register for the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP) with the  Marijuana Regulatory Agency. 

During the application process, you will need to verify your address and submit proof of Michigan residency after creating an online account. Acceptable forms for proof of residency include a state driver’s license number or personal identification (PID), or a signed Michigan voter registration. If using your voter registration, then you’ll also need to provide an additional valid government-issued document with your name and birthdate. 

You will also need to provide the Michigan physician license number, your physician certification, and pay the $40 fee for the state application, which must be renewed annually at the same cost. If a patient has Medicaid or receives SSI, they are eligible for a reduced card cost of $25 annually.

Caregiver Information for Michigan

A primary caregiver, like the patient, must first prove Michigan residency before applying for a card. Michigan accepts either a current driver’s license or state identification card as adequate proof. Expired forms of identification are not accepted. Additionally, the caregiver must be added to the patient’s registration to be considered. 

Lastly, a primary caregiver must be at least 21-years-old and not have a felony conviction to be able to assist a patient in the medical cannabis program. The cost for a caregiver card is $40, recently reduced from $60 in 2019. Caregivers are not required to pay for a criminal background check.

Possession and Cultivation of Medical Marijuana in Michigan

In Michigan, the state allows any adult to possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana on their person, with up to 15 grams of it being marijuana concentrate. Additionally, a resident is allowed to possess up to 10 ounces of cannabis for medical use at their residence but any amount over 2.5 ounces must be kept in a container until use. “Possession of more than 2.5 ounces of marijuana and up to 5.0 ounces of marijuana is a civil infraction punishable by a maximum fine of $500 and forfeiture of the marijuana for a first offense,” according to the state. Furthermore, the state of Michigan mandates that “an adult may transfer up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana to another adult as long as there is no remuneration and the transfer is not advertised or promoted to the public.” 

Michigan now allows citizens to grow marijuana even if they are not medical marijuana cardholders. Adults 21-years-old or older may now legally grow up to 12 plants.

How to Renew Your Michigan Medical Marijuana Card with Veriheal

To renew your Michigan medical marijuana card through Veriheal, you’ll need to schedule a renewal appointment with one of our physicians. They can confirm that you still need medical cannabis for your qualifying condition and help you with the renewal process. We will remind you when it’s almost time for your renewal appointment, or you can reach out to our Customer Service Department so we can assist you and apply a renewal discount for you.

How Long Does a Medical Marijuana Card Last in Michigan?

A Michigan medical marijuana card is valid for up to two years. Caregiver cards will expire at the same time as the patient’s.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my medical marijuana card online in Michigan?

Yes, through Veriheal, you can get your Michigan medical marijuana card entirely online. Schedule a telehealth appointment with a certified doctor, and, once you’re approved, you can fill out the online application through the State.

To become a patient in Michigan you’ll need a current state driver’s license or state issued personal identification card for proof that you live in the state. Also, you must have a physician certification from a medical marijuana doctor in Michigan that you suffer from one or more qualifying conditions, such as cancer, chronic pain, and PTSD.

First, Veriheal can provide you with access to see a licensed medical marijuana doctor in Michigan who can certify you for the state cannabis program. Once you are approved, you will receive a recommendation letter from the physician, and you can begin to fill out the application for the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP).

If you are not approved, your consultation is free but our Veriheal network of highly qualified physicians have a high approval rate.

Once the Michigan medical marijuana card application is completed), the state will send a digital same-day medical marijuana card via email that can be used to shop at dispensaries immediately.

The initial consultation with the registered physician takes 10 – 15 minutes. However, from that first appointment to being approved and filling out your state medical marijuana application and being able to purchase medicine at a local dispensary can take anywhere between 2 to 3 weeks.

Yes. Michigan allows patients and non-patients who are 21-years-old or older to possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis for medical use away from home or up to 10 ounces at home.

We are offering our lowest price ever in Michigan at $99 for your consultation and certification. If you are not approved, you will be refunded this fee. After approval, the State charges a $40 application fee.

There are already tons of dispensaries all over the state. You can see a list of Michigan dispensaries here.

There are already tons of dispensaries all over the state of Michigan. You can see a list of Michigan dispensaries here.

Medical cannabis patients can access a wide variety of products at their local dispensaries. Products available include dry cannabis flower, edibles, vapes, concentrates and extracts, tinctures, topicals, and pre-rolls.

According to the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, Michigan has more than a dozen conditions that qualify residents for a medical marijuana card. The list includes the following debilitating medical conditions: 

Michigan also considers “chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or its treatment that produces 1 or more of the following”:

Yes, the renewal process is simple with Veriheal. In Michigan, patients will need to re-certify their license every two years by seeing a licensed physician again. Veriheal will get in touch with you when your certification is approaching its expiration to help you set up a renewal consultation.

Yes, Michigan medical marijuana patients have higher possession limits and save at least 10% on every cannabis purchase, as they’re exempt from excise taxes.

Data Last Updated 04/02/2024

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