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State-Specific Steps

Embarking on your journey to relief in West Virginia is simple. Let our caring specialists guide you through the state-specific steps to obtain your medical cannabis card.
  1. 1

    Register Online With Leafwell

    You can speak to a doctor and qualify for a West Virginia medical marijuana card online. The online consultation costs $109; you are only billed if approved.

  2. 2

    Discuss Medical Marijuana With Your Doctor

    Attend your appointment and discuss why you want an MMJ card with your physician. The doctor will review your medical records and ask you questions based on your medical history. They will provide you with advice and guidance on whether medical marijuana is a good option for you.

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    Doctor Submits Certification to the State of West Virginia

    Once approved, your medical marijuana physician will enter your information directly into the state’s online licensing and registration system.

  4. 4

    Download Your Medical Card

    Once approved, you can download a digital copy of your card from the state website. The approval process takes 30-60 days, and the card is valid for one year.

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What You Need to Know

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    Eligibility / Patient

    West Virginia residents aged 18 and up diagnosed with at least one qualifying medical condition may be eligible to apply for a medical cannabis card.

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    Caregiver

    West Virginia defines a caregiver as someone at least 21 years or older who has been approved to obtain medical cannabis from state dispensaries and deliver it to a patient.

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    Can Minors Qualify?

    Yes. However, for an individual under 18 to obtain a West Virginia medical card, they will need a caregiver to apply on their behalf.

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What You Need

You’ll need to provide the following to apply for a West Virginia MMJ card:

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    Medical Records

    During your onboarding with Leafwell, you must upload medical records supporting your qualifying condition(s). Patients need documents from within the last 12 months. A photo of current prescriptions will not suffice.

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    Medical Marijuana Recommendation

    Once approved, your healthcare provider will submit your medical marijuana recommendation to the state so you can complete your application.

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    Proof of Identity

    You will need a government-issued photo ID, such as a West Virginia driver’s license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or certified copy of your birth certificate with proof of residency.

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    Proof of West Virginia Residence

    Acceptable proof of residence is anything that shows your current address, such as

    utility bills, bank statements, recent property tax statements, voter registration cards, and health insurance documents.

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Cost Information

Save more with Leafwell and get your money back if you’re not approved.

label New with Leafwell Renewal with Leafwell Avg. other competitors
Medical marijuana certificate$109$109$175
State application fee$50$50$50
Total$159$159$225
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Next Steps After Approval

Congratulations on getting your medical certification! You’re almost there, but there are a few more steps to complete to get your West Virginia medical marijuana card. Let’s dive in!

  • Before You Start: What You’ll Need
    • A credit or debit card for payment
    • A valid photo ID
  • Receive Email and Register: After receiving a courtesy email from the state, register and log in to the West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis licensing portal. An electronic certification option will be available to select.
  • Submit Payment: Pay the $50 state registration fee.
  • Download Digital Card: You will be notified of your approval status via email within 30-60 days. Once approved, you can download a digital patient card via your state account.
  • Start Shopping: Legally purchase medical cannabis products from a licensed dispensary.
How to Renew Your Card

Need to renew your West Virginia medical marijuana card? Here’s everything you need to know.

  1. Sign in to Leafwell or register as a renewal patient if you’re new to Leafwell.
  2. Speak to a West Virginia-licensed healthcare provider online.
  3. Get approved, and your certification details will be submitted directly to the state.
  4. Log into your account on the West Virginia government website to complete your renewal application online and pay the state application fee.
  5. The state will notify you via email within 30-60 days. Download your “digital patient card” through your state account once approved.
Legal Topics

Below are a few need-to-know medical marijuana laws enforced in West Virginia. Check out our West Virginia law page for more in-depth coverage of state laws.

  • Patients can not consume cannabis in public places.
  • Patients can not drive or operate motor vehicles under the influence of cannabis.
  • Patients cannot cultivate cannabis.
Caregivers

Minor patients will require a parent or legal guardian as a caregiver.

Caregiver Requirements:

  • Minimum 21 years old.
    • Certain circumstances may allow someone under 21 years old to be a caregiver. The patient and caregiver will need to contact the program.
  • A background check is required.

Caregiver Registration (State):

There are two parts to the caregiver registration process: the authorization form and the caregiver application.

  • The caregiver or parent/legal guardian will apply after the patient has received approval from the Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC).
  • Complete the Patient Authorization for Designation of Caregiver form.
    • Your physician does not need to sign it. A notary must sign the form.
  • Complete the Criminal Background Check Rights Acknowledgement form.
    • Documents referenced on the form can be found here.
  • Submit federal and state criminal history records (background check).
    • There is a $50 fee. The bureau may waive or reduce the fee in cases of demonstrated financial hardship.
  • Caregivers must also submit fingerprints for a criminal background check through IdentoGo.
  • Submit the completed forms with the caregiver application.
Reciprocity

West Virginia does not currently accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards. The state could create reciprocity agreements with similarly regulated states to allow terminally ill cancer patients to purchase medical cannabis. No such arrangements have been made as of December 2023.

The following states, however, accept or recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards:

*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:

FAQs

Check out our WV FAQ page for more frequently asked questions about the state’s medical marijuana card process.

How much does a West Virginia Medical Marijuana certificate and card cost?

An online consultation for a West Virginia medical marijuana card costs $109 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.

Patients will also pay a separate $50 application fee to the West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis.

Here’s an overview of the fees:

  • $109 Initial certificate from Leafwell
  • $109 Renewal certificate from Leafwell
  • $50 State application fee*
    (Financial hardship waiver is available. Requires proof of income or eligibility for benefits at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.)

*State fees are not included with Leafwell fees and are paid directly to the state.

What conditions qualify for a medical cannabis card in West Virginia?

The following conditions may qualify you for a West Virginia medical cannabis certificate and card:

What do I need to know about applying online for my medical cannabis card in West Virginia?

With Leafwell, applying for a West Virginia medical marijuana card online is simple. Here’s what to expect:

  1. Register with Leafwell and speak to a West Virginia-licensed healthcare provider online. Consultations cost $109 and you’ll only be charged if approved.
  2. Get approved and your provider will submit your certification to the state.
  3. Register and log in to the West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis licensing portal to complete your state application and pay a $50 application fee.
  4. Your application will be processed in 30-60 days. Once your application is approved, your digital medical card will be available to download from your state account.
How old do I have to be to apply for a medical cannabis card in West Virginia?
Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in West Virginia?

Yes, medical marijuana patients in West Virginia can have a caregiver. Caregivers must submit an application after the patient is approved.

Caregiver Requirements:

  • Minimum 21 years old
    • Certain circumstances may allow for someone under 21 years old to be a caregiver. The patient and caregiver will need to contact the program.
  • A background check is required.
  • Caregivers may serve up to five (5) patients. Patients may have up to two (2) caregivers.
  • $50 nonrefundable fee. The bureau may waive or reduce the fee in cases of demonstrated financial hardship.

Here’s how to apply as a caregiver:

  1. Complete the Patient Authorization for Designation of Caregiver form. The form must be notarized.
  2. Complete the Criminal Background Check Rights Acknowledgement form.
  3. The caregiver or parent/guardian will apply after the patient has received his/her approval from OMC.
  4. You will need to create an account with the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Portal by entering your email address and creating a password for the account. If you have an existing account, sign in and skip to step 7.
  5. Enter your registration information.
  6. Once you have entered the registration information and submitted, you will receive an email from Complia with a link to verify your account. When you click on the link, you will be automatically directed back to the website.
    1. To request another verification email, please visit https://wvpublic.mycomplia.com/#!/resendVerifyAccountEmail.
  7. Once your account is verified, sign in to your account to start the application.
  8. Click on +Create New Application.
  9. Click on New Caregiver Registration and then click Create Application.
  10. Provide the requested information.
  11. Caregivers are required to submit a $50.00 processing fee for the application unless requesting a waiver based on financial hardship.
  12. You will need to upload a copy of the Patient Authorization for Designation of Caregiver and the Criminal Background Check Rights Acknowledgement forms as part of the application
  13. You will also be required to submit fingerprints for a criminal background check through IdentoGo.

State Resources:

How do I apply for the state program in West Virginia?

Before you start, have these documents to hand:

  • Digital photo of passport quality
  • WV driver’s license, WV state ID, Passport or Birth Certificate with proof of residency
  • Proof of West Virginia residency. Click here to view acceptable documentation
  • If requesting a waiver of the fee based on financial hardship (income below 200% of the federal poverty level), provide acceptable proof of income, such as W-2, recent pay stubs, proof of benefit eligibility, etc. Please do not send a payment if you are requesting a fee waiver. If the waiver is not granted, you will be notified to submit the fee at that time.

Here’s what you need to do after you’ve been approved by a Leafwell physician:

  1. Create a new Patient Registration: https://wv-public.mycomplia.com/#!/signin
    1. In the upper right corner of the screen, click on Register to create an account.
    2. Once you have entered the registration information and submitted, you will receive an email from Complia with a link to verify your account.
  2. Once your account has been verified, log into Complia and create an Application for a New Patient Registration.
  3. Complete the application.
    1. When you come to the Physician/Condition Information tab, it is required to choose “Online – Electronic Certification.”
    2. You will then need to click on the “View Available Certifications” green button.
  4. Upon completion of the application, including uploading all documents, click Submit. A confirmation screen will appear with the Application ID number.
  5. Mail payment (check or money order payable to WV DHHR) to: WV Office of Medical Cannabis, 350 Capitol Street, Room 523, Charleston, WV 25301. The Application ID number and patient name must be in the memo line of the check or money order.
  6. You will be notified via email of the status of your application within 30-60 days.
    1. Please allow at least 30 days from receipt of your application and payment in our office before checking the status of your application.
    2. If your application is denied, you will be informed of the reason. If your application needs a correction, it will be rejected and sent back to you to correct and resubmit. You will not need to create and submit a new application. If your application is approved, your WV Medical Cannabis patient card will be issued.

Registration does not mean that medical cannabis products can immediately be obtained. The industry is working to build out facilities in West Virginia and the patient card is valid only in West Virginia and offers no legal protection for products obtained outside of the West Virginia medical cannabis system.