GET A CARD

Who Qualifies for Medical Cannabis Card

To legally purchase and use medical marijuana in Illinois, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be 18 years of age or older (minors need two physician recommendations as well as consent from their legal guardian)
• Have consent from a physician
• Be an Illinois state resident with proof of residency
• Be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition

How to Get a Card

To apply for a Cannabis Card in Illinois, you must first become a medical marijuana patient. Here’s how to get started:

Tips for completing a successful Cannabis Card application

1. Meet with a doctor to verify your qualifying condition.

A doctor must verify that you have been diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition by signing the Physician Verification Form.

2. Complete the qualifying patient application form.

Apply online or download form here.
If you are a caregiver, download the caregiver application form.

3. Mail completed forms to:

Mail the signed Physician Verification Form and Qualifying Patient Application form to:

Illinois Department of Public Health Division of Medical Cannabis
535 West Jefferson Street
Springfield, Illinois 62761-0001

Your application will be reviewed by the Illinois Department of Public Health Division of Medical Cannabis between 30 and 90 days of receiving it. Once approved, you will receive your card within 15 days.

We know this process can be confusing. If at any time you need help, our expert staff is available to help you complete the process. Simply call us at 779-368-5154 and we’ll be your guide.