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Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card Online

Get evaluated by a physician who can certify Arkansas patients for the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program. We help you from your first visit through state registration and renewal.

Choose a video or phone appointment for your Arkansas evaluation.

New patient$149
Renewal$99
Visit5–10 min, phone or video
StateArkansas
— Arkansas at a glance

How Arkansas's medical cannabis program works

The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program is run by the Arkansas Department of Health. State registry ID card issued after a physician certification.

How access worksState registry ID card issued after a physician certification
Adult-use cannabisNot legal: medical use only (Amendment 98, 2016)
State feeArkansas has long charged a $50 application fee; check the Department of Health for the current amount
Online visitsChoose a phone or video call when you book; we confirm if your situation requires video.
  • Arkansas's program was created by voters through Amendment 98 in 2016.
  • Adult-use cannabis is not legal in Arkansas, so a card is the only legal way to buy from dispensaries.
  • Arkansas allows qualifying visiting patients to apply for a visiting patient card.
— How to apply

How to get a Arkansas medical marijuana card

  1. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow

  2. A physician reviews your qualifying condition and records

  3. Receive your signed physician certification

  4. Apply to the Arkansas Department of Health and pay the state fee

  5. Buy from licensed Arkansas dispensaries once your card is issued

What HealifyNow provides

  • An evaluation with a physician who can certify Arkansas patients
  • Your certification or recommendation, if you qualify
  • Step-by-step help registering with the Arkansas Department of Health
  • Renewal reminders before your certification expires

Not included

  • State fees, which you pay directly to the state
  • Cannabis products, which you buy from licensed dispensaries
  • A guarantee of approval: the physician decides after a real evaluation
— Qualifying conditions

Qualifying conditions in Arkansas

Arkansas sets its own list of qualifying conditions. You'll need a diagnosis of at least one, confirmed during your evaluation.

Check if I qualify

Arkansas qualifying conditions include

  • Cancer
  • Glaucoma
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Hepatitis C
  • ALS
  • Tourette's syndrome
  • Crohn's disease
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • PTSD
  • Severe arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Intractable pain
  • Seizures
  • Severe nausea
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Multiple sclerosis spasms
  • Cachexia or wasting
— Appointments

Choose your Arkansas appointment

Pick the visit type that suits you when you book. Both take about 5–10 minutes and cost the same.

Video call

See the physician face to face on a secure video link from your phone or computer, in about 5–10 minutes.

Book a video call

Phone call

Prefer not to use video? Speak with the physician by phone at your appointment time, in about 5–10 minutes.

Book a phone call

If Arkansas's rules require a video visit for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.

— Pricing

Arkansas medical marijuana card pricing

One clear price for your evaluation. State fees are paid separately to the state.

New patient evaluation$149Book now
Renewal evaluation$99Renew now
State fee

Arkansas has long charged a $50 application fee; check the Department of Health for the current amount.

— Renewal

Arkansas medical marijuana card renewal

Renewal requires a new physician certification and a renewal application with the Department of Health. Start about 30–60 days before your card expires.

Renewal: $99Validity: Shown on your card; renew before it expires.Book my renewal
— Laws

Arkansas medical marijuana laws

Adult use: Not legal: medical use only (Amendment 98, 2016).

  • Possession limit: up to 2.5 ounces of usable marijuana per 14 days
  • Home cultivation is not allowed
  • Using cannabis in public places is prohibited
  • Driving under the influence is illegal
  • Cannabis remains restricted under federal law, and you can't take it across state lines.
  • Federal law restricts firearm purchases by cannabis users, even with a state card.

Caregivers

A designated caregiver must be at least 21, registered with the state, and is subject to a background check. Caregivers can buy and transport cannabis for their patient.

Minors

Patients under 18 need a parent or legal guardian who consents and serves as their designated caregiver.

Felons & criminal records

Arkansas bars designated caregivers with an excluded felony offense. A past conviction generally doesn't stop an adult from qualifying as a patient.

Reviewed October 2026. State rules change, so confirm current fees and requirements with the Arkansas Department of Health before you apply.

— Medical oversight

The physicians behind HealifyNow

HealifyNow's medical care is overseen by independently licensed U.S. physicians.

Dr. Benjamin H. Krasne, M.D.
Board-Certified Physician
  • Longevity
  • Weight management
  • Metabolic health

Dr. Benjamin H. Krasne, M.D.

A board-certified physician who brings a rigorous, pharmacology-driven lens to longevity medicine and weight management.

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, M.D.
Physician
  • Healthspan
  • Body composition
  • Metabolic health

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, M.D.

A Columbia-trained physician and former collegiate athlete focused on metabolic function, body composition, and healthspan.

Dr. Vanessa Niles, R.N., M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Board-Certified OB-GYN
  • Women's health
  • Obstetrics & gynecology
  • Holistic care

Dr. Vanessa Niles, R.N., M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

A board-certified OB-GYN and ACOG Fellow with more than four decades of experience in women's health.

— FAQ

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card FAQs

Answers about the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program, from eligibility to renewal.

Book my evaluation

How do I get a Arkansas medical marijuana card online?

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Book your evaluation with HealifyNow. A physician reviews your qualifying condition and records. Receive your signed physician certification. Apply to the Arkansas Department of Health and pay the state fee. Buy from licensed Arkansas dispensaries once your card is issued. Choose a phone or video call when you book; we confirm if your situation requires video.

How much does a Arkansas medical marijuana card cost?

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HealifyNow's evaluation is $149 for new patients and $99 for renewals. State fees are separate: Arkansas has long charged a $50 application fee; check the Department of Health for the current amount.

What conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in Arkansas?

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Arkansas's list includes cancer, glaucoma, hiv/aids, hepatitis c, als, tourette's syndrome, crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and more.

How long is a Arkansas medical marijuana card valid?

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Shown on your card; renew before it expires.

How do I renew my Arkansas medical marijuana card?

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Renewal requires a new physician certification and a renewal application with the Department of Health. Start about 30–60 days before your card expires.

Can a caregiver get medical cannabis for me in Arkansas?

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A designated caregiver must be at least 21, registered with the state, and is subject to a background check. Caregivers can buy and transport cannabis for their patient.

Can minors get a medical marijuana card in Arkansas?

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Patients under 18 need a parent or legal guardian who consents and serves as their designated caregiver.

Can I get a medical marijuana card in Arkansas with a felony?

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Arkansas bars designated caregivers with an excluded felony offense. A past conviction generally doesn't stop an adult from qualifying as a patient.

Is recreational marijuana legal in Arkansas?

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Not legal: medical use only (Amendment 98, 2016).

Can I see a doctor online for my Arkansas medical marijuana card?

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Choose a phone or video call when you book; we confirm if your situation requires video.

Do I need to live in Arkansas to get a medical marijuana card?

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Generally, yes. The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program is for Arkansas residents, and you'll need proof of residency such as a driver's license or state ID. Some states have separate rules for visiting patients.

Can I have my Arkansas evaluation by phone or video?

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Yes. You can book a video call or a phone call for the same price. If Arkansas's rules require video for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.

Is my evaluation private?

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Yes. Evaluations happen by secure, HIPAA-compliant phone or video call, and your health information is shared only as needed for your state certification.

What does HealifyNow provide?

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An evaluation with a physician who can certify patients for Arkansas's program, your certification if you qualify, step-by-step help with Arkansas Department of Health registration, and renewal reminders. State fees and cannabis products are not included.

Get your Arkansas medical marijuana card

$149 for new patients, $99 for renewals. State fees are separate.

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