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Apply for Your Texas Medical Marijuana Card Online
Pay only $99 for the appointment – and get your money back if you’re not approved!
Benefits of Getting a Card
Wondering how a medical marijuana card in Texas can transform your cannabis experience?
State-Specific Steps
1
Register Online With Leafwell
You can speak to a healthcare provider, qualify for a Texas medical marijuana card online, and submit your payment details. You are only billed if approved.
2
You're Added to the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT) Once Approved
After your call, our physician will complete some administrative tasks to add you to the Compassionate Use Registry in Texas (CURT).
3
Medical Patients Can Buy CBD-Rich Marijuana
Once registered, the state will validate your details, and you can fulfill your prescription using your preferred dispensary. There is no physical card in Texas, so you won’t need to wait for anything to be mailed or emailed to you by Leafwell.
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Apply NowEligibility / Patient
Patients must be at least 18 years old, a Texas resident, and be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition to qualify for a medical marijuana card.
Caregiver
In other states, patients who need help accessing medication assign caregivers who apply for a medical card. These caregivers also have legal protection to purchase, transport, and possess marijuana for their patients.
In Texas, however, caregivers are entered into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT) by their certifying physician and do not need to apply separately to a program. The state does not issue caregiver cards. Caregivers must only present their valid Texas-issued ID to be verified at the dispensary.
Can Minors Qualify?
Yes. People under 18 with a qualifying condition can get a medical marijuana card in Texas. However, a minor can only apply through a parent or legal guardian under the compassionate use program.
What You Need
You’ll need to provide the following to apply for a Texas MMJ card:
Proof of Identity
You will need a government-issued photo ID, such as a Texas driver’s license or state ID card. Your social security number is also required for registration in the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT).
Medical Marijuana Recommendation
Once approved, your physician will enter your details into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT).
Cost Information
Save more with Leafwell and get your money back if you’re not approved.
Next Steps After Approval
Congratulations on getting your medical certification! Because there is no official state card or certificate, you can show your photo ID at a dispensary and legally purchase medical cannabis products once you’re approved.
How to Renew Your Card
Need to renew your Texas medical marijuana card? Here’s everything you need to know.
- Sign in to Leafwell or register as a renewal patient if you’re new to Leafwell.
- Speak with a Texas-licensed healthcare provider online and get approved.
- Your provider will enter your details into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT). As a reminder, no physical cards or certificates are issued.
- Go to your local dispensary and show your photo ID. The employees there will verify your patient status in CURT.
Please note: If you are seeing a new physician, you must request that your previous physician terminate the relationship in CURT before your appointment.
Legal Topics
The Texas Compassionate Use Act was enacted in 2015. This Act required the Texas Department of Public Safety to establish a secure registry of physicians who treated epilepsy. This was done to facilitate prescribing low-THC cannabis to patients with epilepsy.
In 2019, the list of qualifying conditions for cannabis treatment expanded to include epilepsy, terminal cancer, MS, ALS, seizure disorders, and incurable neurological disorders. PTSD was added in 2021.
Other important Texas cannabis laws include:
- Possession of up to two ounces is a misdemeanor that carries up to 180 days in prison, a $2,000 fine, and a driver’s license suspension (some municipalities may have more lenient penalties).
- Selling or delivering seven grams of marijuana or less is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in prison and a fine of up to $4,000.
- Hashish and concentrates are not considered marijuana under Texas law. However, it’s still illegal to possess either.
- Smoking medical marijuana is prohibited in Texas. One is only allowed to consume marijuana orally through products such as oils.
Caregivers
Caregiver Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Patients must be permanent Texas residents.
- Caregivers must show proof of ID and the patient’s last name, date of birth, and the last five digits of their social security number when purchasing.
- Legal guardians must show proof of identification to the dispensing organization.
Caregiver Registration (Leafwell):
- Patients must provide the full name of their caregiver plus the last five digits of the caregiver’s social security number.
Reciprocity
Texas doesn’t have medical marijuana reciprocity with any state. Medical cards obtained in other states cannot be used in Texas. That said, several other states and territories have forms of cannabis reciprocity, including:
- Arizona
- Arkansas *
- Hawaii *
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Michigan (at the dispensary’s discretion)
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey *
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma *
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- U.S. Virgin Islands *
- Utah * (up to two 21-day periods in a calendar year)
- Washington D.C.
*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.
States that have legalized recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older but do not accept out-of-state cards include:
- Alaska
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota (currently only tribal dispensaries)
- Missouri
- Montana
- New York
- Oregon
- Vermont
- Washington
FAQs
Check out our Texas FAQ page for more frequently asked questions about the state’s medical marijuana card process.
How much does a Texas Medical Marijuana certificate and card cost?
An online consultation for a Texas medical marijuana certification costs $99 and includes a 1-year certification. You’ll only be charged if approved. Plus, now you can sign up with a friend and each save 10% on your consultation.
Please note: There are no physical medical marijuana cards or certificates issued in the state. Instead, approved patients are registered directly with the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT). The dispensary will be able to verify your information using your valid Texas ID.
What medical conditions qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Texas?
In Texas, the following conditions may qualify you for a medical marijuana certification:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease
- Autism
- Cancer
- Epilepsy
- Incurable neurodegenerative disease
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Seizure disorder
- Spasticity
What do I need to know about applying for my Medical Cannabis Card in Texas online?
Applying for a Texas medical marijuana certificate is simple with Leafwell. Here’s what to expect:
- Register with Leafwell and speak to a Texas-licensed physician online. Consultations cost $99 and you’ll only be charged if approved.
- Get approved and our physician will enter your details directly into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT). An important note is that you won’t receive a physical medical marijuana card. Instead, your information will be verifiable with your Texas ID at the dispensary.
- Once you’re approved, you can shop at a licensed dispensary with your valid Texas ID.
How old do I have to be to apply for a Medical Marijuana Card in Texas?
You must be at least 18 years old to apply for medical marijuana certification in Texas.
Minor patients may apply with consent from a custodial parent or legal guardian.
Caregivers must be 18 or older.
Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in Texas?
Yes, medical marijuana patients in Texas may have a caregiver. Caregivers must be entered into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT) by the patient’s certifying physician.
Caregiver Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Patients must be permanent Texas residents.
- Caregivers and parents/legal guardians will be required to show proof of identification to the dispensing organization.
Here’s how the caregiver process works:
- Provide full name and last 5 digits of social security number to the physician.
- The physician will enter this information alongside the patient’s while registering them with CURT.
- The caregiver must show proof of ID as well as the patient’s last name, date of birth, and last 5 digits of their social security number when purchasing medicine at the dispensary.
How do I apply for the state program in Texas?
After you’ve spoken to a Leafwell physician and been approved for the Texas Low THC program, you don’t need to do anything.
The next steps are for your physician — they will enter your details in their physician profile within the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas, known as CURT.
Once your details have been entered, you can purchase medicine from a licensed dispensary. You’ll need to present your valid state ID to the dispensary so they can access CURT and confirm that you’re a valid patient in the state.
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