How Do I Get a Maryland Medical Marijuana Card in 2026?
Obtaining your MD MMJ card provides significant advantages even after Maryland's recreational launch. The Free State imposes a 9% cannabis tax on recreational purchases that medical patients avoid entirely-and with no state registration fee, medical access costs only the evaluation itself. For regular cannabis consumers in Maryland, registration is one of the best returns on investment in the country.
Maryland's medical cannabis program has served patients since 2017, growing to over 150,000 active registrants accessing products through more than 100 licensed dispensaries from Baltimore and Bethesda to Annapolis, Frederick, and communities statewide. The state eliminated the separate registration fee and streamlined processes to maximize patient access.
Question 4's passage in November 2022 brought recreational cannabis to Maryland, with adult-use sales beginning July 1, 2023. Despite the recreational option, medical registration continues providing benefits that make registration worthwhile-especially since there's no state fee to pay.
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Why Should I Get a Medical Card After Maryland Legalized Recreational?
Complete Cannabis Tax Exemption
Maryland medical patients pay zero cannabis tax:
Recreational Tax: 9% state cannabis tax + 6% sales tax = 15% Medical Patient Tax: 0% cannabis tax + 6% sales tax = 6%
Annual Savings Calculation
For someone spending $300/month:
- Recreational annual cannabis tax (9%): $324
- Medical patient cannabis tax: $0
- Annual savings: $324
With no state registration fee, your entire investment is $149.99 for the evaluation. You recover that in under six months and save money every month thereafter.
No State Registration Fee
Maryland eliminated patient registration fees entirely. Your only cost is the physician evaluation-making Maryland one of America's most affordable medical programs.
Higher Possession Limits
Maryland recreational limits: 1.5 ounces flower, 12 grams concentrate Medical patients: Up to a 30-day supply as determined by provider (often significantly more)
Home Cultivation (Medical Only)
Maryland permits home cultivation exclusively for medical patients:
- 2 plants per patient
- Must be in enclosed, locked space
- Not visible from public areas
Recreational users cannot legally grow-this right is exclusive to registered patients.
Access at Age 18
Recreational requires 21+. Medical accepts patients 18 and older.
What Conditions Qualify for Maryland Medical Marijuana?
Maryland doesn't maintain a restrictive qualifying conditions list. Instead, providers may certify patients for any condition where they believe cannabis therapy is appropriate. This includes:
- Chronic Pain of any type or origin
- Anxiety Disorders
- PTSD from any trauma
- Cancer and treatment side effects
- Crohn's Disease and IBD
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Depression
- Arthritis
- Migraines
- And virtually any other condition where cannabis may help
How Do I Complete the Maryland MMJ Certification Process?
Step 1: Create Your Account
Register on our platform with your Maryland information.
Step 2: Complete Medical History Questionnaire
Describe your condition and how it affects you.
Step 3: Schedule Telehealth Appointment
Same-day appointments available.
Step 4: Complete Video Consultation
Your Maryland-licensed provider evaluates your condition.
Step 5: Receive Certification
Approved patients receive certification immediately.
Step 6: Register with MMCC
Create your account at mmcc.maryland.gov. Upload certification and ID. No fee required.
Step 7: Access Dispensaries
Visit any licensed dispensary with your registration and ID.
How Much Does a Maryland Medical Marijuana Card Cost?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Provider Evaluation | $149.99 |
| State Registration | $0.00 |
| Total | $149.99 |
Exceptional Value
With no state fee and 9% tax savings, Maryland medical registration delivers one of the best ROIs in America:
- Recover investment in ~6 months at typical consumption
- Save $324+/year at $300/month spending
- Access home cultivation rights
- Higher possession limits
What Are Maryland's Medical Marijuana Laws?
Possession Limits
- Up to 30-day supply as certified by provider
- Typically exceeds recreational limits significantly
Home Cultivation (Medical Patients Only)
- 2 plants per patient
- Enclosed, locked location required
- Not visible from public
Product Forms
All consumption methods available:
- Flower
- Concentrates
- Edibles
- Tinctures
- Topicals
- Capsules
Where Can I Find Maryland Medical Marijuana Dispensaries?
Over 100 licensed dispensaries serve Maryland patients across the state.
Regional Distribution
| Region | Major Markets |
|---|---|
| Baltimore Metro | Baltimore, Towson, Essex |
| DC Suburbs | Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville |
| Central | Columbia, Ellicott City |
| Annapolis Area | Annapolis, Glen Burnie |
| Western MD | Frederick, Hagerstown |
| Eastern Shore | Salisbury, Easton |
| Southern MD | Waldorf, La Plata |
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland Medical Marijuana
Why register when recreational is legal?
Medical patients pay no cannabis tax (saving 9%), can grow 2 plants at home (recreational cannot), and have higher possession limits. With no state fee, your only cost is $149.99.
What conditions qualify?
Maryland has no restrictive conditions list. Any condition where your provider believes cannabis may help qualifies.
Is there a state registration fee?
No. Maryland eliminated patient registration fees.
Can I grow at home?
Yes-medical patients only. You may grow 2 plants in an enclosed, locked space.
How Do I Start My Maryland Medical Marijuana Journey?
Your investment: $149.99 (evaluation only-no state fee) Your savings: 9% per purchase (~$324/year at typical consumption) Your cultivation rights: 2 plants (recreational cannot grow) Your access: 100+ dispensaries statewide
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Content verified as of December 14, 2025 Sources: Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission, COMAR 10.62