Apply for Your Florida Medical Marijuana Card
Make an Appointment with a Licensed Medical Marijuana Doctor in Fort Myers, FL and get Approved TODAY!
Limited Time Pricing:
Initial Evaluation: $129 (reg $199)
Have questions or prefer to schedule on the phone?
Call or text us: (239) 880-3457
Telehealth Appointments for Renewals Available
The Sanctuary Wellness Institute advocates for Florida medical marijuana patients. We walk our clients through the entire process of obtaining a medical marijuana card.
Medical marijuana doctor examinations are available through the Sanctuary. Certified Florida doctors can evaluate your qualifying condition(s) and issue you a cannabis use certificate. When it comes time for your seven-month recertification, our doctors also offer online card renewals.
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| No exemption request fee | |
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The Sanctuary Wellness Institute works with medical marijuana doctors who are committed to helping you live your best life. They will patiently walk you through the process and assess your needs to best promote your wellness.
All of our doctors are certified by the State of Florida to send medical marijuana recommendations to the Florida Department of Health, allowing you to purchase medicinal marijuana in the Fort Myers region and throughout the state.
To help you navigate this new healthcare journey, our experts will explain how to get your card and address some frequently asked questions.
No prior evaluation is required to meet with our certified physician. Call us today at (239) 880-3457 to schedule your appointment.
Three elements determine medical marijuana eligibility in the state of Florida:
To begin, you'll need medical evidence outlining your condition from your primary care physician.
You'll need to schedule an appointment with a Florida medicinal marijuana doctor, which you can do through The Sanctuary. If you match the criteria established by the state, your doctor will input your information into the Florida Department of Medical Marijuana Use Registry and issue you a medical marijuana recommendation. Following that, you will be assigned a patient ID number.
Finally, you will receive an email with instructions for accessing the state's patient portal, where you will be able to fill out an MMJ card application and pay the $75 fee.
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Florida medical marijuana cards expire one year after they are issued. Patients can apply for card renewals up to 45 days before they expire. If this is not done, the state will mark the card as delinquent and you will no longer be able to use it. You can renew your card online or by mail.
Florida patients must also see a medical marijuana doctor every seven months or 210 days for a recertification appointment according to state law. These consultations can take place in person or online.
To renew your Florida medical marijuana card, follow these steps:
The OMMU usually reviews online applications within 10 business days of receiving them.
The OMMU is in charge of MMJ card distribution in Florida. Only Florida residents who meet the state's criteria can apply for a Florida medical marijuana card.
Applicants under the age of 18 must include a designation of an adult caregiver within their application and the MMUR. Only caregivers are permitted to purchase medical marijuana products for patients who’re minors.
In order to be eligible to receive an official Florida medical marijuana card, you must be diagnosed with one of the following qualifying conditions:
Medical marijuana patients can only purchase and possess up to two and a half ounces of smokable marijuana at a time. If your medical marijuana doctor believes you require more, he or she can submit a Request for Exception Form to the OMMU on your behalf.
Patients are not permitted to use medical marijuana products in public, but the state makes some exceptions for non-smokable, low-THC products. Furthermore, patients are not permitted to share their medical cannabis with anyone else, including their caregiver.
Finally, getting a Florida MMJ card does not allow you to grow your own medical cannabis.
Visit the Office of Medical Marijuana Use.
Call (239) 880-3457 with any questions and to schedule your evaluation!
Applicants for Florida MMJ cards must be residents of Florida, either full-time or part-time. Full-time residents must have a valid Florida driver's license or state identification card. Other forms of proof of residency will not be accepted when applying for an MMJ card as a full-time resident.
If a full-time resident applies online, the registration will immediately validate a driver's license or state ID with the DMV. If applying on paper, full-time residents must provide a copy of their Florida driver's license or state ID card.
A temporary resident is defined by Florida law as someone who:
Temporary residents must provide copies of two of the following documents:
Once you have your MMJ card, there are a variety of state-approved dispensaries in Fort Myers where you can use it. Some of the best ones include:
You can find a complete, up-to-date listing of state-approved dispensaries with this search tool sponsored by the Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU).
In Florida, there are three charges involved with obtaining a medical marijuana card:
1. Initial Medical Marijuana Doctor Consultation
For new patients, the initial consultation costs $199, but through The Sanctuary, these consultations only cost $129!
2. Application Charges
A new application will cost $75. Renewal applications cost $75 as well. A $2.75 convenience fee is applied to online payments.
3. Recertification Fees for Doctors
Every seven months, patients must receive recertification from a medicinal marijuana doctor. Recertifying your card through the Sanctuary costs just $99!
Patients and caregivers must apply for a yearly renewal 45 days before the expiration dates of their cards. You have the option of submitting your application online or via mail.
According to the Florida Department of Health, patients must be re-certified by a medical marijuana doctor once every seven months.
According to Florida law, you can only use medical marijuana on private, non-federal land that is not visible to the public. Medical marijuana cannot be legally consumed on or in the following locations:
Prospective medical cannabis patients in Florida must attend an in-person appointment with a licensed medical marijuana doctor to be eligible for an MMJ card. However, existing patients can attend online appointments to maintain their eligibility and renew their cards.
As long as you have one of the state’s qualifying conditions, the process of obtaining a medical marijuana card in Florida is fairly straightforward. The Sanctuary’s knowledgeable staff can guide you through each step of it.
No–you cannot enter a Florida dispensary without first showing your state-issued medical marijuana card.
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