Renew your medical marijuana card in Virginia online

To renew your medical marijuana card in Virginia, schedule an appointment with an approved physician to get a new written certification which verifies the continued use of medical cannabis. Patients can renew their medical cannabis certification online through telemedicine consultations, where a practitioner will assess their condition and issue an updated certification if appropriate. Once renewed, the practitioner will update the Virginia Medical Cannabis Portal with the new certification details. If you choose to maintain a state-issued medical marijuana card, update your registration on the CCA portal. Along with your application, you’ll need to provide a copy of your updated written certification, proof of residency, a valid government-issued ID, and the $50 renewal fee ($25 for caregivers). The CCA typically processes renewals within approximately 5 business days. Once approved, your digital validation card will be available for download in your profile. Keep in mind that the medical cannabis card is optional, as patients can purchase cannabis using only their written certification and a valid ID.

You can renew your medical marijuana card annually. Both the card and the written certification are valid for one year from their issue dates, unless the medical practitioner specifies a shorter expiration period on the certification.

Caregivers (also known as registered agents) need to renew their card if they initially applied separately and were not listed on the patient’s written certification. The renewal process involves submitting a renewal application through the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) portal, along with an updated copy of the patient’s written certification, proof of identity, proof of residency (if required), and a $25 renewal fee.

If a caregiver was designated directly on the patient’s written certification by the medical practitioner, they do not need to register or renew separately. However, if the caregiver’s role is not specified in the written certification, maintaining an active registration is required for them to continue purchasing or receiving medical cannabis on behalf of the patient.

If your written certification has expired, you cannot purchase medical cannabis until you obtain a renewed certification. However, if your certification is still valid but your optional medical marijuana card renewal is pending, you can continue purchasing cannabis with your valid written certification and government-issued ID.

No, you do not need to see the same doctor for your renewal. You can choose any licensed Virginia healthcare provider who is authorized to issue medical cannabis certifications. If switching providers, ensure your new doctor has access to your medical history to facilitate a smooth renewal process.

Yes. Patients can renew their medical marijuana certification online through a telemedicine appointment with a licensed Virginia practitioner. If the doctor determines that continued medical cannabis use is appropriate, they will issue a new certification. Patients who choose to renew their optional digital registered patient card must also submit an updated application and renewal fee to the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA).