2. Qualify
In Florida, to qualify to become a medical marijuana patient, you must meet 2 conditions.
How to Become a Medical Marijuana Patient in Florida
In Florida, you can become a medical marijuana patient in three easy steps.
Schedule an appointment with a licensed physician.
Qualify to become an MMJ patient by meeting two conditions.
Submit your application for a Medical Marijuana Patient Card.
1. Schedule
Schedule your appointment with a licensed physician
Only a licensed physician (M.D. or D.O.) can diagnose you and recommend medical cannabis. The physician must be licensed or certified to recommend medical cannabis.
Find a Physician Near You
Our physician finder makes it easy to find a certified medical marijuana physician near you.
Tips
- To be eligible for seasonal residence, you must live in Florida for 31 consecutive days or more a year.
- Bring your valid Florida state ID and 12 months of medical records to your doctor’s appointment.
- Bring proof of residency that matches the address on your state ID. If these addresses don’t match, it may delay the process.
- 7–14 days after you submit your application, you should receive an email that your registration is complete.
- Your ID card will come in the mail soon. Until it does, you can use your Florida driver’s license or state ID to purchase your cannabis treatments.