Benefits of Getting an Utah Medical Card
Getting certified for medical marijuana is the only way to obtain medicinal cannabis in Utah legally.
Coming Soon
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Leafwell cannot currently see patients in Utah.
We can put you on a waiting list to speak to a Utah-licensed physician in person.
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Once available, you can attend and speak to your physician about your medical cannabis needs during your consultation.
Getting certified for medical marijuana is the only way to obtain medicinal cannabis in Utah legally.
Medical cannabis is legal in Utah. However, you cannot currently use telemedicine services like Leafwell to get certified online – consultations must take place in person.
Here is some recent history of medical cannabis in Utah:
How to Qualify
As of Summer 2023, new and existing patients must see a healthcare provider in person to obtain their medical marijuana cards. Sadly, Leafwell cannot offer a service in Utah at this time.
To apply for a medical marijuana card in Utah, you must be a legal resident of Utah.
Patients must be 21 to apply for a medical marijuana card for themselves. Minors can apply but need to apply for a Medical Cannabis Guardian Card and a Provisional Patient Card. If you are 18-20 (not a minor but not old enough to apply), you can qualify if the Compassionate Use Board recommends approval.
A caregiver will need to be listed on the patient’s application form for those under 18 or those who need assistance with obtaining or dosing medical cannabis.
As an MMJ cardholder in Utah, you are permitted to possess cannabis. However, there are some strict restrictions in place.
Patients may possess a 30-day supply defined as:
Available product types include:
Smoking cannabis is illegal in Utah, even for medical reasons. However, vaporizing is acceptable. The law also prohibits any brownies, candies, cookies, or other edible products.
For the moment, a person can’t grow cannabis in Utah, even if they are a qualifying medical marijuana patient.
Caregivers
A caregiver will need to be listed on the patient's application form for those under 18 or those who need assistance with obtaining or dosing medical cannabis.
The process looks like this:
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Current medical cannabis patient designates their caregiver online.
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Review the EVS user guide and apply online for a medical cannabis card.
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Pay medical cannabis card application fee online.
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Caregiver completes background check forms.
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Utah Department of Health (UDOH) reviews medical cannabis card applications.
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Receive medical cannabis card and purchase medical cannabis from a medical cannabis pharmacy.
Utah recognizes out-of-state medical cards, provided the patient has a medical condition that qualifies under Utah law. While Utah acknowledges the validity of many out-of-state cards, you cannot use your out-of-state card at a dispensary. Instead, you must apply for a Non-Utah Resident Card online through the state’s Electronic Verification System.
Patients can apply for a Non-Utah Resident card two times within a calendar year. When approved, a temporary non-resident card is valid for up to 21 days.
Many other states and U.S. territories also have forms of cannabis reciprocity. They include:
*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.
States that have recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older but do not accept out-of-state cards include:
Telehealth services like Leafwell make it easy to get a medical marijuana card, but meeting with a cannabis doctor is only the first part of the process.
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Please note: We are currently closed in Utah, but you can join our waitlist to be notified once we are open again. We apologize for any inconvenience.
An online renewal consultation for a Utah medical marijuana card costs $125. Patients will also pay a separate $15 application fee to the Utah Medical Cannabis Program.
Here’s an overview of the fees:
The consultation fee includes a medical marijuana certification, and you’ll only be charged if approved.
*State fees are not included with Leafwell fees and are paid directly to the state.
The following conditions may qualify you for a Utah medical marijuana certificate and card:
Please note: We are currently closed in Utah, but you can join our waitlist to be notified once we are open again. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Please note: We are currently closed in Utah, but you can join our waitlist to be notified once we are open again. We apologize for any inconvenience.
You can start the renewal process 30 days before your card’s expiration date, but you will not be issued or able to print your updated card until after your previous card has expired.
Here’s an overview of the renewal process:
You must be at least 21 to apply for a medical marijuana card in Utah. Caregivers must also be 21.
Patients between 18 and 20 and minors with parental/guardian consent may qualify if the Compassionate Use Board recommends approval (e.g. terminal or chronic illnesses).
Please note: We are currently closed in Utah, but you can join our waitlist to be notified once we are open again. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Yes, medical marijuana patients in Utah can have a caregiver.
Caregiver Requirements:
Here’s how to apply as a caregiver:
State Resources:
Please note: These instructions are for renewing patients as we can only certify existing Leafwell patients for renewals.
Have these supporting documents ready before you start getting your Utah medical marijuana card.
Before seeing your Leafwell provider:
Completing your renewal: