Apply for yourWashington, D.C. Medical Marijuana Card

Washington, D.C.’s qualifying conditions include:

Anorexia
Appetite loss
Cachexia, or wasting syndrome
Cancer
Chronic renal failure
Crohn’s disease
Epilepsy or other seizure disorders
Glaucoma
Hepatitis C
HIV/AIDS
Intractable/Chronic pain
Multiple Sclerosis
Nausea
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Spasticity disorders
Traumatic brain injury

First, schedule an appointment to see a doctor through Veriheal at a time that is most convenient for you. Consult with a doctor for 10-15 minutes to evaluate your ailments, and ask any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. If you have medical records for your condition(s), please upload them.
After the doctor approves you, you will receive a “Patient ID.” You’ll use this number to register with the D.C. Department of Health (DOH) to complete your application online or in person. Alternatively, you can go to your local dispensary, and they’ll help you complete the state application.
Once you are approved and registered with the DOH, you’ll wait for your card to come in the mail in 2-3 weeks.

A patient must be a resident of the state with a driver’s license or identification verifying proof of address, be at least 18 years old (or have a designated caregiver if they are under 18), and have a physician’s certification confirming qualifying conditions.

You can sign up for a consultation with a certified medical cannabis doctor through Veriheal for as low as $49.75. The total cost, including the $100 state fee, is $299. Washington, D.C. residents with low income can qualify for a reduced state fee of $25.

Unlike many states that require a caregiver to be at least 21 years old, a D.C. caregiver can be 18 years old to assist a state-registered cannabis cardholder. However, D.C. caregivers are only allowed to assist one patient at a time. Along with being designated by the patient, the caregiver must prove they are a resident of D.C. with a valid driver’s license or state identification card.
Costs for a caregiver include paying for a mandatory background check and the annual card registration fee of $100. Once approved and all fees are paid, the caregiver can begin possessing and administering medical cannabis to the patient they assist. Like the patient, D.C. permits low-income caregivers to apply for a reduced registration fee of $25.
The steps for becoming a DC caregiver are as follows:
Complete a Caregiver Application Form.
Complete a criminal background check.
Provide demonstrating proof of Washington, D.C. residency.
Pay the $100 application fee.

It is legal for a medical cardholder in Washington, D.C. to:
Possess 2 ounces or less of marijuana
Transfer 1 ounce or less of marijuana to another person who is at least 21 years old as long as there is no payment made or any other type of exchange of goods or services
Possess marijuana-related drug paraphernalia that is associated with 1 ounce or less of marijuana
Use marijuana on private property

The maximum amount of medical marijuana any qualifying patient or caregiver may possess at any time is 4 ounces or the equivalent of 4 ounces of dried medical marijuana when sold in any other form.

It is legal for a person who is at least 21 years old to cultivate up to 6 marijuana plants, no more than 3 of which are mature, in their home.

To renew your Washington, D.C. 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.

As of April 2024, Washington, D.C. medical cards are valid for up to 6 years.