Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card
Get Your Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card Online
Getting a medical marijuana card in Minnesota has never been easier. At CannabisMD TeleMed, we believe every patient deserves compassionate, judgment-free access to natural relief. You can meet with a doctor virtually, complete your certification in minutes, and start your enrollment with the Minnesota Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC), all from the comfort of home.
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Main Benefits of a Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card
Getting a Minnesota medical marijuana card has a lot of benefits including safe and legal access to medical cannabis through the state’s medical cannabis registry. Below are six main benefits to getting your MMJ Card in Minnesota:
Tax savings That Add Up
Medical patients in Minnesota are exempt from the 15 % excise tax and the additional sales tax applied to adult-use cannabis. That means you could save hundreds of dollars, depending on how often you medicate.
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Legal Protections
Patients enjoy specific workplace and housing protections under state law. Employers cannot penalize patients who use cannabis legally outside of work, and landlords may not deny housing based solely on medical cannabis use.
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Access To Potent Products
Unlike recreational buyers, medical patients receive personalized dosing guidance from a licensed cannabis pharmacist. You’ll have access to potent products for symptom management.
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Lower Age Limits
Medical certification is available to patients 18 and older, while adult-use cannabis remains restricted to those 21+. Minors with qualifying conditions can also qualify through a parent or legal guardian acting as a registered caregiver.
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Higher Possession Allowances
Registered patients have no specific possession limit when purchasing from state-licensed dispensaries for medical use. In contrast, recreational consumers may only possess up to two ounces in public.
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Home Cultivation Access
Minnesota law permits up to eight cannabis plants per household (four mature, four immature) for both medical and recreational users, but medical patients benefit from additional protections when cultivating for therapeutic purposes.
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How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Minnesota
Getting a Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card is easier than ever with the state’s online cannabis registry system. Here is a breakdown of how it works:
Get Certified For a Qualifying Condition
Schedule an appointment with a Minnesota-licensed physician on our website who confirms your qualifying condition and enters your certification in the Medical Cannabis Registry.
Complete Online Enrollment with State
Once the physician enters your certificate in the state system you will receive an email notification to complete your online enrollment. Submit your enrollment application within 90 days of certification; the state encourages completing it within 60 days to allow for processing.
Complete The Patient Self-Evaluation
Complete and submit the online patient self-evaluation form to purchase medical cannabis through your online account with the state before visiting a dispensary.
Visit The Dispensary To Buy Products
Applications are usually approved within 72 hours then you can visit a licensed dispensary to purchase potent products. Go with your photo ID, an updated medication list.
The process is entirely online, streamlined, and secure — making it simple and convenient for patients wanting access to natural products with big tax savings.
What Is OMC?
The Minnesota Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) is the state agency responsible for overseeing and regulating Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program. It operates under the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and manages all aspects of the state’s medical marijuana system, from patient registration and certification to dispensary oversight and compliance enforcement.
Who Can Apply for a Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card
Qualifying Condition
You must have at least one medical condition approved by the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Program.
Minnesota Residency
Applicants must live in Minnesota and provide a valid state ID or acceptable proof of residency.
Provider Certification
A Minnesota-licensed medical marijuana provider must certify your condition and submit your approval to the state’s registry
What Conditions Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Minnesota
To qualify for a medical marijuana card, you must be a legal resident diagnosed with at least one of the following approved conditions under Minnesota law:
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Chronic pain of any cause
Chronic vocal or motor tic disorder
Glaucoma
HIV/AIDS
Inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s disease)
Intractable pain
Irritable bowel syndrome
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Obstructive sleep apnea
Severe and persistent muscle spasms (including multiple sclerosis)
Sickle cell disease
Terminal illness (with life expectancy < 1 year)
Tourette syndrome
If your condition isn’t listed but causes chronic pain or significantly impacts daily life, your CannabisMD TeleMed provider can review your medical records to determine eligibility.
Over 99% of patients are approved and all appointments come with a 100% money-back guarantee if you are not approved for any reason.
Documents Required to Apply for a Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card
To complete your Minnesota medical marijuana card application through the state’s medical cannabis program, only two essential documents are required:
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Medical Certification
Your Minnesota-licensed cannabis provider submits your official medical cannabis certification directly to the state.
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Proof of Residency
If your ID does not show your current Minnesota address, upload a recent utility bill, lease, tax document, or similar.
Next Steps After Your Minnesota Medical Marijuana Approval
After you’ve been approved by the state, log in to your Medical Cannabis Registry account and complete your Patient Self-Evaluation (PSE) before visiting a dispensary. Then, schedule an appointment at a licensed Minnesota dispensary to begin purchasing products without the 15% cannabis excise tax. Bring your photo ID, medication list, and payment method to complete your first purchase—insurance does not cover medical cannabis.
Before You Start Your Application
Make sure you have the following items ready to ensure a smooth and complete submission:
Medical Certification Form from your CannabisMD TeleMed provider (issued within the last 30 days)
Digital photo taken against a plain background (no hats, glasses, or filters)
Proof of Identity – Minnesota driver’s license, state ID, or U.S. passport (clear, color images of both sides)
Proof of Minnesota Residency – recent utility bill, property deed, mortgage statement, or rental agreement if current address does not match your ID.
Optional eligibility documents – Medicaid, Medicare, or Disabled Veteran documentation (for potential fee reductions)
Payment method – Credit or debit card for state application fee
How to Complete the OMC Application
Once you’ve gathered your documents, you can submit your application directly through the state registry.
Once the doctor submits your certification to the state registry you will receive an email confirmation from the state.
Use the email link from the state to complete your enrollment within 90 days by uploading your ID and any required documents.
Log in and fill out the quick Patient Self-Evaluation (PSE) form (if prompted) before visiting a dispensary. Patients are selected at random for the PSE.
What Next?
OMC reviews most applications within 72 Hours (3 Business Days).
If approved, you will receive a notification and you can login to your account to view your Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card.
If corrections are needed, OMC will email you with the required updates.
If denied, you’ll receive a notification stating the reason, and you can reapply once the issue is resolved.
After approval, you can legally purchase medical marijuana at lower prices in Minnesota from any licensed dispensary by presenting your OMC card and a valid ID.
How To Renew Your Minnesota Medical Marijuana Card
Medical certifications in Minnesota last for three years. To stay active in the program, follow these steps:
Steps to Renew
Schedule your renewal appointment with a CannabisMD TeleMed doctor 60 days before expiration.
Receive recertification—our provider will update your medical cannabis certification and submit it to the OMC.
Re-enroll in the state registry using the link emailed from the Department of Health.
Upload ID and documents, confirm or update caregiver information (if needed), and sign the acknowledgments.
Submit your application and wait for approval (typically within a few days).
Patient Legal Protections:
Protection from employment discrimination for legal, off-duty medical cannabis use when not impaired at work.
Landlords cannot deny housing solely based on a patient’s approved medical cannabis use.
Registered patients are protected from criminal prosecution for possessing or using medical cannabis according to state law.
Patient health information and cannabis registry status are confidential and not publicly accessible.
Actions Not Allowed With Your Medical Marijuana Card:
Use cannabis in public places, schools, or on federal property.
Drive or operate machinery while impaired by cannabis.
Share, sell, or give cannabis products to others.
Travel across state lines with medical cannabis.
Minnesota Medical Marijuana Patients Rights and Laws
Minnesota’s medical cannabis program was established in 2014 under the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Act (Minn. Stat. §§ 152.22–152.37). Patients registered in the state’s Medical Cannabis Registry are legally allowed to:
Possess medical cannabis in liquid, pill, topical, vape, or dried flower form for personal therapeutic use.
Access higher-potency and pharmacist-guided cannabis products that are not available to recreational users.
Purchase medical cannabis with 0% sales and excise tax, saving up to 15% compared to recreational users.
Store quantities appropriate for medical use (no strict possession limit for registered patients purchasing through state dispensaries).
Steps to Register as a Caregiver in Minnesota
The patient’s certifying healthcare provider must first indicate during certification that the patient requires a caregiver.
The designated caregiver receives an email from the Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) with a secure link to begin their caregiver registration.
Create an account in the Medical Cannabis Registry using your name, date of birth, contact information, and Minnesota address.
Upload a valid government-issued photo ID (Minnesota driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
Complete a criminal background check through the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) — unless you are the patient’s parent, legal guardian, or spouse.
Upload proof of passing the background check, which may take up to 30 days to process.
Submit the caregiver enrollment application through the OMC portal.
Once approved, you receive an email granting access to the patient’s account and are authorized to purchase, transport, and help administer medical cannabis
Minor Patient Information
Patients under 18 are eligible for medical cannabis if they are diagnosed with a qualifying condition under Minnesota law.
A parent or legal guardian must act as the registered caregiver and complete caregiver enrollment on behalf of the minor.
The parent or guardian must attend the certification appointment, either in person or via telemedicine, and authorize treatment.
Caregivers for minors do not need to complete a background check if they are the biological parent, legal guardian, or spouse.
The caregiver must submit proof of guardianship, such as a birth certificate or legal guardianship documents, during registration.
Only the designated caregiver can purchase, transport, or administer medical cannabis for the minor patient.
Why Minnesota Patients Trust CannabisMD TeleMed
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Approval Guaranteed or Your Money Back
We stand behind every evaluation. If you don’t receive your medical marijuana certification, you won’t be charged. With a success rate of over 99%, most patients are approved through our Minnesota-licensed providers.
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Minnesota-Licensed, Compassionate Cannabis Doctors
Our physicians are registered with the Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) and certified to provide safe, confidential, and empathetic evaluations. Each visit is focused on understanding your condition and guiding you through Minnesota’s medical cannabis program with clarity and care.
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Transparent, Affordable, and All Online
Get your certification or renewal from home with no travel, no hidden fees, and no confusing steps. Our flat-rate pricing makes the process simple, affordable, and accessible for every qualifying patient.
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Fast Certification and State Submission
Most patients receive approval within 24 hours of their telehealth consultation. Your provider submits the certification directly to the OMC, ensuring you can complete your registration quickly and without delays.
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Statewide Access to Licensed Medical Dispensaries
Once approved, you’ll be eligible to purchase from licensed dispensaries across Minnesota. Choose from legal flower, vapes, liquids, concentrates, tinctures, and topicals tailored to your medical needs.
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Supporting Minnesota Communities
At CannabisMD TeleMed, we are committed to reinvesting in Minnesota. A portion of every consultation supports local wellness initiatives, helping build healthier, more informed communities through responsible cannabis care.
Reciprocity: Using Your MN Card In Other States
While Minnesota does not currently honor out-of-state medical cannabis cards, several states recognize valid Minnesota certifications for visiting patients. These include Arizona, Maine, Michigan (at dispensary discretion), Nevada, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Utah (temporary), and Washington D.C.
If you plan to travel, check local regulations before visiting any dispensary.
Begin Your Minnesota Medical Marijuana Evaluation Today
Take control of your health with safe, physician-backed access to medical cannabis—fully legal in Minnesota. Schedule your online consultation, connect with a licensed doctor, and complete your certification in just a few simple steps—all from the comfort of home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Minnesota uses registry verification. After approval, you access your registry account, complete the PSE, and the dispensary verifies your status.
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Allow up to 30 days for state staff to review and approve a complete application. You’ll be notified by email.
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Minnesota’s program supports pharmacist-guided recommendations across forms such as capsules, liquids, vape products, flower, and topicals. Your pharmacist will suggest a format and dose based on your PSE and medication profile.
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Dispensary staff review PSEs; OCM does not approve them.
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Yes. You can add caregivers, and as of January 2025 the caregiver guide notes no background check is required; caregivers still need their own enrollment and must bring their ID. A new PSE is required each pickup.
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Adult-use sales carry a 15% cannabis tax (since July 1, 2025) plus sales tax; the excise tax is part of the recreational checkout, not the medical program.