Apply for a Connecticut Medical Marijuana Card

Talk to a licensed Connecticut medical marijuana doctor and get approved or your money back! If you are not approved for medical cannabis by a doctor for whatever reason, we issue a refund in FULL

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Legal Status

Medical & Recreational

Possession Limits

Medical patients

Limited

1 month's supply

2.5 oz/30-day period

Recreational users

Limited

1.5 oz

1 oz purchase limit

State Taxes

Medical patients

6.35%

Recreational users

Up to 24.35%

Cultivation

Cultivation

Why Get a Connecticut
Med Card

Save over 13% on cannabis purchases

Greater purchase limits

Enhanced legal protection

Skip the dispensary line

Peace of mind

Access to higher potency strains

Connecticut Savings Explained

Excluded from 13% excise tax
+
2.5x greater purchase limits
=
HUGE cash and time savings!

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in CT

Step 1
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Step 3

1BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Schedule an appointment to see a medical marijuana doctor in CT through Veriheal at a time that is most convenient for you. Provide basic medical history and book your appointment with a licensed medical marijuana doctor. You will need medical records and the doctor(s) can approve any qualifying condition.

2CONSULT WITH A MMJ DOCTOR

Consult with a doctor for 10-15 minutes to evaluate your ailments, and ask any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. After the appointment is complete and if you are approved, the doctor will fill out a recommendation form for medical marijuana. Once you have this you can then apply to the state.

3GET APPROVED

Once you are approved, you’ll register with the state and submit an application. Starting July 1, 2023, the state no longer requires a registration fee for patients and caregivers. The state will process your application and notify you of your approval and mail your card. Once you have your card in hand, you can begin purchasing from dispensaries. If you haven’t received your certification and it has been greater than 3 weeks, please contact CT State Medical Marijuana program directly.

In Connecticut, medical marijuana patients will need to re-certify their license annually by seeing a licensed physician again. Veriheal will get in touch with you when your certification is approaching its expiration to help you set up a renewal consultation.

What You Get Using Veriheal in Connecticut

Medical Cannabis Recommendation

Cannabis Consultation

Digital Cannabis Certification

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24/7 Customer Service

Just So You Know...

  • You can book a combo consultation with a friend or family member and you EACH get $10 off your appointment.
  • If you are not approved for medical cannabis by a doctor for whatever reason, we issue a refund in FULL.
  • Your recommendation is valid for 1 year in Connecticut and you will need to re-certify your license with another appointment when it expires.

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Medical Cannabis Savings Taxes explained and the benefits of getting your medical card in Connecticut

Recreational Marijuana Taxes in Connecticut

Up to 24.35% (6.35% sales tax + 3% municipal taxes + up to 15% based on THC content)

Medical Marijuana Taxes in Connecticut

6.35% tax

Savings

Estimated Savings Having a Medical Marijuana Card

3%-18%

Cost Information

Below is cost information for getting a Connecticut medical marijuana card through Veriheal. When it's time to renew your card, we'll reach out with an exclusive price.

New
Medical Marijuana Certificate
$199
Additional State fee
$0
Total
$199

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Connecticut's Cannabis Program - Quick Stats

Total Number of Medical Marijuana Patients:

42,179

0.1% of Connecticut's population are medical cannabis patients.

Number of Licensed Dispensaries

64

Only six of Connecticut's dispensaries sell only recreational cannabis.

Range of Medical Marijuana Products Available

Dry cannabis flower, tinctures, edibles, extracts, pre-rolls, vapes, and concentrates

All cannabis products are available in Connecticut.

Average Price of Medical Marijuana Products

$10.80 per gram

The average price of an ounce of cannabis in Connecticut is 331.46.

Number of Licensed Cultivators and Processors

16

The state of Connecticut identifies two different types of marijuana producers: cultivators and micro-cultivators.

Annual Revenue from Medical Marijuana Sales

$25.7 million in November 2023

Cannabis tax revenue is projected to exceed $215 million per year by 2026.

The Status of Cannabis Legalization in Connecticut

Recently in Connecticut cannabis reform, House Bill 6941 was signed into law by Governor Ned Lamont. The bill provides tax reforms to state-licensed cannabis businesses, reducing their state tax burden. 

Since medicinal cannabis use was made legal, the Constitution State has added several qualifying conditions and recently opened its final dispensary in Groton. With 18 licensed dispensaries available throughout Connecticut, patients and qualified caregivers can conveniently travel to a local dispensary, where edibles and flowers are available for purchase, according to The Day.  

While medicinal cannabis is legal in Connecticut, recreational use is still prohibited, but is a consideration, reports Benzinga. “In 2018, state medical spending reached $83 million, according to data from Arcview Market Research and BDS Analytics,” reports the financial news source. “That figure is expected to dip to $71 million by 2024, with adult-use — if passed — reaching $265 million.”

Applying to Obtain a Medical Marijuana Card in Connecticut

The process in Connecticut to becoming a medical cannabis patient takes just 3 steps:

  1. Book an appointment
  2. Meet with a doctor who can provide a recommendation through Veriheal
  3. Complete a medical marijuana application with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.

Note that the physician will initiate the online registration by submitting a valid patient certificate. Afterwards, the patient will have access to the online system where you are required to complete the patient’s application section. Before submitting, make sure you create a copy of your request for your records.

Medical Marijuana Qualifying Medical Conditions

The Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection specifies the state’s medical cannabis registry’s list of qualifying conditions. The initial list in 2012 was limited compared to current list with the additions that have been made over the years. The conditions in 2012 were: 

The following conditions were added to the medical cannabis registry in 2016: 

The noted conditions added in 2018 were: 

By 2019, the noted conditions were also added to the list: 

  • Interstitial cystitis
  • Intractable neuropathic pain that is unresponsive to standard medical treatments
  • MALS syndrome
  • Tourette syndrome
  • Vulvar burning
  • Vulvodynia

By 2020 the following conditions were added: 

Lastly, in 2021 the following conditions were added: 

Along with a noted qualifying medical condition, every patient who applies for a medical marijuana certificate must be a Connecticut resident and be 18 years of age. Additionally, the qualifying patient cannot be an inmate in a facility under the supervision of the Connecticut Department of Corrections.

Cost of a Medical Marijuana Card in Connecticut

The cost to register for a Connecticut medical cannabis license is $100, separate from the $199 Veriheal cost. After a short evaluation with a medical cannabis physician at Veriheal, the physician will initiate the registration process for the patient through the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). Then the patient will have access to the online system where they will complete the patient’s section.

Caregivers in Connecticut

Connecticut requires caregivers to have a valid e-mail address, a primary telephone number, and a Connecticut driver’s license or state identification card. Starting July 1, 2023, the state no longer requires a registration fee for patients and caregivers. Additionally, the caregiver must be at least 18-years-old, agree to assist the qualifying medical marijuana patient concerning the palliative use of cannabis, cannot have been convicted of a felony, and cannot be a certified physician.

Connecticut only allows a caregiver to assist one patient at a time. The state specifies that “the only exception is having a parental, guardianship, conservatorship or sibling relationship with each qualifying patient for whom you are registering to be the primary caregiver.”

Cultivation and Possession in Connecticut

Once approved for a medical cannabis card issued by the Consumer Protection Department of Connecticut, both a patient and caregiver are allowed to hold up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis for one month after receiving their card in the mail.

There is absolutely no cultivation allowed in Connecticut, making it illegal for patients or caregivers to grow any cannabis plants for medicinal use. 

How to Renew Your Medical Marijuana Card with Veriheal

To renew your Connecticut medical marijuana card through Veriheal, you’ll need to schedule a renewal appointment with one of our physicians. They can confirm that you still need medical cannabis for your qualifying condition and help you with the renewal process. We will remind you when it’s almost time for your renewal appointment, or you can reach out to our Customer Service Department so we can assist you and apply a renewal discount for you.

How Long Does a Medical Marijuana Card Last in Connecticut?

A medical marijuana card in Connecticut is valid for one year.

Frequently Asked Questions

I am a qualified patient, how do I go about getting a Connecticut medical marijuana card?

The registration process is simple. Use the form at the top of this page to begin the process, and Veriheal will begin setting you up with a MMJ physician who can evaluate your health and confirm your condition.

The cost for the medical marijuana evaluation and approval with Veriheal is $199, with a full guarantee that you will get your money back if you are not approved. Starting July 1, 2023, the state no longer requires a registration fee for patients and caregivers.

No, the state does not offer any physician referrals, which is why Veriheal has set up shop in Connecticut to assist residents who wish to apply for a medical marijuana card.

No, you cannot grow cannabis in Connecticut. All cannabis must be purchased from a certified dispensary.

Yes, the Connecticut State Consumer Protection Department specifies that chronic pain of at least 6 months duration associated with a specified underlying chronic condition refractory to other treatment intervention is a qualifying condition.

Yes. To be approved for a medical cannabis license in the state of Connecticut, an applicant must provide either a state driver’s license or identification card to prove they live at a specific address.

That depends on the state, which is why it is important to contact the state you are visiting to find out their medical cannabis rules and regulations.

Both a patient and caregiver are allowed to hold up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis for a month’s supply.

Dispensaries in Connecticut carry a wide variety of products. As of 2022, medical marijuana patients are able to purchase all types of medical marijuana products such as dry cannabis flower, tinctures, edibles, extracts, concentrates, pre-rolls, vapes, and concentrates.

Yes, the sale of recreational cannabis became legal in Connecticut in January 2023.

No, residents must have a Connecticut Medical Marijuana Registration Certificate in order to purchase and possess cannabis in the state.

Connecticut insurers do not generally provide coverage for medical marijuana cards, as cannabis is not an FDA-approved drug.

Connecticut residents older than 21 years old may purchase a quarter of an ounce per transaction.

Home cultivators can grow three immature plants and three mature plants, with a maximum total of 12 plants per household.

Data Last Updated 03/28/2024

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