Get Your Washington, D.C. Medical Marijuana Card
Adults 21+ may self-certify without a provider recommendation. Under-21 patients need a provider recommendation; renewals and follow-ups may use telehealth.
Washington, D.C. has an active medical marijuana program, and Marijuana Doctor is expanding here soon. Join the waitlist and we'll email you the moment booking opens.
The process
How it works in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. requires the first exam in person. Here's how we make the rest painless.
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Tell us about yourself
Answer a few questions about your health and goals and confirm you live in Washington, D.C.. It takes about two minutes and costs nothing.
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Meet your doctor
We match you with a licensed physician. Your state requires the first evaluation in person — we'll help you find the nearest clinic; renewals are usually online.
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Get certified & register
If approved, you receive your certification and step-by-step help registering with your state program so you can shop at licensed dispensaries.
Eligibility
Qualifying conditions in Washington, D.C.
This state uses a physician-discretion standard — the doctor decides what qualifies.
- Self-certification for adults 21+
- Provider recommendation for under-21 (cancer, HIV/AIDS, glaucoma, MS, PTSD, chronic pain, and others)
Total cost in Washington, D.C.
Marijuana Doctor is coming soon to Washington, D.C.. The state fee is not charged here. Join the waitlist for booking and pricing.
Reciprocity
Temporary 90-day registration available for non-residents.
Patient rules
Living with a card in Washington, D.C.
Possession, home cultivation, caregivers, and renewals — reviewed June 2026 against the sources listed below.
Possession limits
Up to 8 oz of dried cannabis; dispensaries cap sales at 8 oz per 30 days.
Home cultivation
6 plants (max 3 mature) per eligible adult; 12 (6 mature) for two-adult households — shared with adult-use rules.
Caregivers
One registered caregiver (18+) per patient may purchase and administer.
Renewals
Registration valid 2 years; digital registration free; $10 for a physical card.
Why a card matters here
DC has no licensed adult-use retail (Initiative 71 gifting only) — a medical registration is the only legal way to buy from a licensed dispensary.
FAQ
Washington, D.C. questions, answered
Can I get my Washington, D.C. medical marijuana card online?
Partially. Adults 21+ may self-certify without a provider recommendation. Under-21 patients need a provider recommendation; renewals and follow-ups may use telehealth.
How much does a Washington, D.C. medical marijuana card cost?
Two costs: the physician evaluation and the state's fee of none. The card/registration is valid for 2 years. Marijuana Doctor's new patient evaluation is $199 where we operate.
What conditions qualify in Washington, D.C.?
Self-certification for adults 21+; Provider recommendation for under-21 (cancer, HIV/AIDS, glaucoma, MS, PTSD, chronic pain, and others).
How old do I have to be?
18+ for adult patients. Minors can typically participate through a registered parent or guardian caregiver, with extra physician requirements.
Does Washington, D.C. accept out-of-state medical cards?
Temporary 90-day registration available for non-residents.
How much cannabis can medical patients possess in Washington, D.C.?
Up to 8 oz of dried cannabis; dispensaries cap sales at 8 oz per 30 days.
Can I grow my own cannabis as a patient in Washington, D.C.?
6 plants (max 3 mature) per eligible adult; 12 (6 mature) for two-adult households — shared with adult-use rules.
How do renewals work in Washington, D.C.?
Registration valid 2 years; digital registration free; $10 for a physical card. Renewal evaluations can be completed by telehealth.
Is a medical card still worth it in Washington, D.C.?
DC has no licensed adult-use retail (Initiative 71 gifting only) — a medical registration is the only legal way to buy from a licensed dispensary.
Sources
Information reviewed June 2026. State program rules, fees, and qualifying conditions change frequently. Always confirm current requirements with your state's official program before applying.
- DC Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) — official state program (primary source)
- abca.dc.gov
- code.dccouncil.gov
Be first when Washington, D.C. opens up
Washington, D.C. has an active program and Marijuana Doctor is expanding here soon. Join the waitlist and we'll email you the moment booking opens.