Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Marijuana Card Online questions and answers

Online Medical Marijuana Card and Renewal FAQ

What are the qualifying medical conditions to get a Michigan medical marijuana card online?

The debilitating medical condition that qualify an individual for the medical use of marijuana includes 1 or more of the following:
Cancer
Glaucoma
HIV Positive
AIDS
Hepatitis C
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Crohn’s Disease
Agitation of Alzheimer’s Disease
Nail Patella
Post – Traumatic Stress Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spinal Cord Injury
Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Parkinson’s Disease
Tourette’s Disease
Autism
Chronic Pain
Cerebral Palsy
A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or its treatment that produces 1 or more of the following:
Cachexia or Wasting Syndrome
Severe and Chronic Pain
Severe Nausea
Seizures (Including but not limited to those characteristic of epilepsy)
Severe and Persistent Muscle Spasms (Including but not limited to those characteristic of multiple sclerosis)

How much is Michigan's application fee for a medical marijuana card?

Michigan medical marijuana card application fee: $40
The application fee should be a check or money order made payable to: State of Michigan- MMMP.

How long is a Michigan medical marijuana card valid for?

A Michigan medical cannabis card is valid for two years. The expiration date is listed on the patient registry identification card.

Caregiver’s cards expire on the same date as each of his/her patients.

Do I have to be a resident of the state of Michigan to obtain a Michigan medical marijuana card?

Yes. MCL 333.26426(a)(6) requires that you submit a copy of one of the following as proof of Michigan residency:

A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or
A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan personal identification card issued under 1972 PA 222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300, or
A copy of your valid Michigan voter registration
Note: If you submit a voter registration as proof of Michigan residency, you must submit proof of your identity for verification purposes. Proof of identity can be any government-issued document that includes your name and date of birth.
Note: We will not accept an expired driver license or personal identification card.

Do I need to send an application or physician certification form to the Michigan medical marijuana program(MMMP)?

Yes. We highly recommend that you retain copies of any documents you submit to the MMMP(Michigan medical marijuana card program).

How do I register as a Michigan medical marijuana card patient (over age 18) with the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program(MMMP)?

You may now register, renew or make changes to your registry card online. You must:

Be a patient without a caregiver (or remove caregiver upon renewing)
Create a secure online account
Have an in-person medical evaluation from an active Michigan physician before your application is approved
Instructions and the online portal are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/mmp.

If you are a patient with a caregiver or choose to designate one, you must submit a paper application.

You must submit, in one envelope, a complete MMMP Application Packet, which can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/mmp.

A complete Application Form
A complete Physician Certification Form (the form is part of the Application Packet)
Proof of Michigan residency, which means one of the following:
A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or
A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan personal identification card issued under 1972 PA 222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300, or
A copy of your valid Michigan voter registration
Note: If you submit a voter registration as proof of Michigan residency, you must submit proof of your identity. Proof of identity can be any government-issued document that includes your name and date of birth.
The required $40 application fee (check or money order made payable to: State of Michigan- MMMP)
If you are designating a caregiver, proof of the caregiver’s identity, which means one of the following:
A copy of the caregiver’s valid state-issued driver license, or
A copy of the caregiver’s valid state-issued personal identification card
Any other documents that are required when completing the application (see instructions on Application regarding legal guardianship and Medical Durable Power of Attorney).

How do I register as a minor (under the age of 18) with the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program(MMMP)?

The parent or legal guardian of a minor patient (under 18 years old) must submit, in one envelope, a complete MMMP Minor Application Packet, which can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/mmp.

A complete Application Form
Two (2) complete Physician Certification Forms signed by two (2) different physicians (the forms are part of the Application Packet)
A complete Declaration of Person Responsible Form (the form is part of the Application Packet)
Proof of parentage or legal guardianship (a copy of minor’s government-issued birth certificate)
Proof of Michigan residency for the minor’s parent or legal guardian, which means one of the following:
A copy of the parent or legal guardian’s valid, lawfully obtained Michigan driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or
A copy of the parent or legal guardian’s valid, lawfully obtained Michigan personal identification card issued under 1972 PA 222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300, or
A copy of the parent or legal guardian’s valid Michigan voter registration
Note: If you submit a voter registration as proof of Michigan residency, you must submit proof of your identity for verification purposes. Proof of identity can be any government-issued document that includes your name and date of birth.
The $40 required application fee (check or money order made payable to: State of Michigan- MMMP)

When do I renew my Michigan Medical Marijuana card online?

You may submit a renewal application beginning 90 days prior to the expiration date on your Michigan medical marijuana card.

How do I renew my Michigan medical marijuana card online?

You may now register, renew or make changes to your registry card online. You must:

If you are a patient with a caregiver or choose to designate one, you must also renew by submitting a paper application. You must submit, in one envelope, a complete MMMP Application Packet, which can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/mmp.

Do I have to provide proof of my Michigan residency when I renew my Michigan medical marijuana card online?

Yes. You must submit one of the following:

A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or
A copy of your valid, lawfully obtained Michigan personal identification card issued under 1972 PA 222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300, or
A copy of your valid Michigan voter registration
Note: We will not accept an expired driver license or personal identification card.
Note: If you submit a voter registration, you must also submit proof of identity for verification purposes. Proof of identity can be any government-issued document that shows both your name and date of birth.