Getting your medical card in Missouri is like joining the “express lane” at the grocery store: less waiting, better perks, and you walk out with goodies. And Missouri has made the process surprisingly straightforward. We’re here to help make it even easier! Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your medical card in Missouri.  First off:

Why Bother With Medical?

Even though Missouri has recreational cannabis now, a medical card still has big benefits:

  • Lower taxes – for recreational marijuana, the state imposes a 6% sales tax. In contrast, Missouri medical marijuana is taxed at a lower rate of 4%.

  • Higher possession limits

  • Access to more products

Basically, it pays for itself.

Step 1: Check If You Qualify

Missouri’s list of qualifying conditions has gotten pretty generous. Everything from chronic pain and migraines to anxiety, depression, and insomnia is on the list. And as of mid-2024, you don’t even need to be a Missouri resident anymore. If you’ve got a condition and a Missouri-licensed doctor says so, you’re in.

Pro Tip: The state even lets doctors choose “other” for conditions not listed, so it’s worth having the conversation with a provider!

Step 2: Book a Quick Appointment

Find a Missouri-licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or osteopath. Many offer telehealth visits, so you can do this from your couch in under 20 minutes. If they sign off, they’ll fill out your Physician Certification Form and you’re halfway there.

Step 3: Apply Through the State Portal

Head over to the Missouri Medical Marijuana Program’s portal (it’s called Complia—sounds complicated, but it’s really not). You’ll need to upload:

  • A valid photo ID

  • A passport-style headshot

  • Your physician certification form

  • An application fee: $27.40 for a standard patient card or $54.80 if you’d like a cultivation license too

Just don’t snooze on it—you’ve got 30 days after your doctor signs off to apply.

Step 4: Get Approved

The state has up to 30 days to process your application. Once you’re approved, you’ll get a digital ID card right in the portal. Dispensaries accept either the card or your certification, so you won’t miss a beat.

Step 5: Renew Every Year

Medical cards in Missouri expire annually. Renew 30–60 days before your expiration date with a new doctor’s certification. Same fees, same portal, new password you’ll probably forget.

Wrapping It Up

That’s it—the Missouri medical card process in plain English. Think of it as your ticket to a smoother, cheaper, and more flexible cannabis experience. And when you’re ready to put that shiny new card to work, you know where to find us.

Come see us at your local Key Cannabis—online, in-store, or through the drive-thru.