Get a California
Medical Marijuana Card
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The key benefits of a medical marijuana card in California
Access to dispensaries
Save up to 15% on products
Access higher-potency cannabis products
Get legal cannabis at age 18+, rather than 21+
Cultivation
Higher possession
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Monthly Users
4 easy steps to get your CA medical card
- 1
Sign up
Register with Leafwell on any device and consult with a licensed medical marijuana doctor in minutes.
- 2
Get your e-certification
We’ll immediately email your digital certificate after your approval.
- 3
Get your certification
Receive your paper certificate and optional plastic medical card via mail within 5 days.
- 4
(Optional): Get a state card
Fill out your application with the California Department of Public Health and pay your non-refundable application fee.
- 1
Sign up
Register with Leafwell on any device and consult with a licensed medical marijuana doctor in minutes.
- 2
Get your e-certification
We’ll immediately email your digital certificate after your approval.
- 3
Get your certification
Receive your paper certificate and optional plastic medical card via mail within 5 days.
- 4
(Optional): Get a state card
Fill out your application with the California Department of Public Health and pay your non-refundable application fee.
A few more questions about the process?
Watch this video to learn more about getting a medical marijuana card in California.
Medical marijuana patients save more with Leafwell.
Get your money back if not approved.
Medical marijuana certificate (for new and returning patients)
$35
State fees
$0-$100
How to qualify for a mmj card in California
To apply to the California medical marijuana program, you must be a legal resident of the state. Patients must be aged 18 or over to apply for a medical marijuana card, and minors can have caregivers apply on their behalf. Currently, California law states that those with the following conditions can receive a medical card:
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With Leafwell, you'll be matched up with a highly knowledgeable, empathetic, licensed medical marijuana doctor or provider.
Find out the answers to FAQs about medical marijuana in California.
- Documents needed to apply
- Next steps after approval
- How to renew your medical cannabis certification
- Legal limitations for California card holders
- How to become a caregiver in California
- Can I use a California medical card in other states?
- Minor patient information
- May I purchase medical marijuana with only my doctor's recommendation letter?