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Virginia Medical Marijuana Card Online

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

Choose a video or phone appointment for your Virginia evaluation.

New patient$179
Renewal$159
Visit5–10 min, phone or video
StateVirginia
— Virginia at a glance

How Virginia's medical cannabis program works

The Virginia Medical Cannabis Program is run by the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority. A written certification is all you need; state registration is optional.

How access worksA written certification is all you need; state registration is optional
Adult-use cannabisPossession is legal for adults 21+, but retail sales are limited to the medical program
State feeNo registration is required, so there's no required state fee
Online visitsVirginia practitioners can issue certifications after a telehealth evaluation.
  • Since 2023, Virginia patients don't need to register with the state; your written certification is enough.
  • Practitioners can certify any diagnosed condition they believe would benefit.
  • You get a digital Validation of Written Certification to show at dispensaries with photo ID.
— How to apply

How to get a Virginia medical marijuana card

  1. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow

  2. A practitioner evaluates you and issues a written certification

  3. Receive your digital Validation of Written Certification

  4. Optionally register with the Cannabis Control Authority

  5. Buy from state-designated dispensaries with photo ID

What HealifyNow provides

  • An evaluation with a physician who can certify Virginia patients
  • Your certification or recommendation, if you qualify
  • Step-by-step help registering with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority
  • 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 Virginia

Virginia doesn't limit eligibility to a fixed list. Any diagnosed condition a practitioner believes cannabis would benefit.

Check if I qualify

Common reasons patients apply

  • Chronic pain
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • PTSD
  • Cancer
  • Migraines
  • Arthritis
— Appointments

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

— Pricing

Virginia medical marijuana card pricing

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

New patient evaluation$179Book now
Renewal evaluation$159Renew now
State fee

No registration is required, so there's no required state fee.

— Renewal

Virginia medical marijuana card renewal

Certifications last one year. Book a renewal evaluation before yours expires.

Renewal: $159Validity: Certifications are valid for one year unless your practitioner sets an earlier date.Book my renewal
— Laws

Virginia medical marijuana laws

Adult use: Possession is legal for adults 21+, but retail sales are limited to the medical program.

  • Medical purchases are made at state-designated dispensaries
  • Using cannabis in public or while driving 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 registered agent, parent or legal guardian can be named on the certification to buy on the patient's behalf.

Minors

A minor's certification must include a parent or legal guardian, who picks up cannabis for the patient.

Felons & criminal records

Most medical programs don't disqualify a patient for a past conviction, but caregiver applications may involve a background check.

Reviewed October 2026. State rules change, so confirm current fees and requirements with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority 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

Virginia Medical Marijuana Card FAQs

Answers about the Virginia Medical Cannabis Program, from eligibility to renewal.

Book my evaluation

How do I get a Virginia medical marijuana card online?

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Book your evaluation with HealifyNow. A practitioner evaluates you and issues a written certification. Receive your digital Validation of Written Certification. Optionally register with the Cannabis Control Authority. Buy from state-designated dispensaries with photo ID. Virginia practitioners can issue certifications after a telehealth evaluation.

How much does a Virginia medical marijuana card cost?

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HealifyNow's evaluation is $179 for new patients and $159 for renewals. State fees are separate: No registration is required, so there's no required state fee.

What conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in Virginia?

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Any diagnosed condition a practitioner believes cannabis would benefit. Common reasons include chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, ptsd, cancer.

How long is a Virginia medical marijuana card valid?

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Certifications are valid for one year unless your practitioner sets an earlier date.

How do I renew my Virginia medical marijuana card?

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Certifications last one year. Book a renewal evaluation before yours expires.

Can a caregiver get medical cannabis for me in Virginia?

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A registered agent, parent or legal guardian can be named on the certification to buy on the patient's behalf.

Can minors get a medical marijuana card in Virginia?

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A minor's certification must include a parent or legal guardian, who picks up cannabis for the patient.

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

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Most medical programs don't disqualify a patient for a past conviction, but caregiver applications may involve a background check.

Is recreational marijuana legal in Virginia?

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Possession is legal for adults 21+, but retail sales are limited to the medical program.

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

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Virginia practitioners can issue certifications after a telehealth evaluation.

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

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Generally, yes. The Virginia Medical Cannabis Program is for Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia'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 Virginia's program, your certification if you qualify, step-by-step help with Virginia Cannabis Control Authority registration, and renewal reminders. State fees and cannabis products are not included.

Get your Virginia medical marijuana card

$179 for new patients, $159 for renewals. State fees are separate.

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