Posted on January 18, 2022

1. Introduction

If you happen to find yourself traveling within the United States as a licensed medical marijuana patient, not to fret, there are a handful of opportunities for you to continue accessing your plant medicine. As medical cannabis programs have varying regulations from state to state, we’ve compiled an in-depth guide with everything you need to know about medical marijuana reciprocity in the United States.

 

1.1. Obtaining or Renewing Your Medical Marijuana License

If you have any questions or concerns about obtaining or renewing your medical marijuana license, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with evaluating medical marijuana patients through our team of board-certified physicians. In Florida, medical marijuana evaluations are required to be conducted in-person. Book your first time or renewal medical marijuana evaluation in Florida here.

Marijuana Doctor also offers telemedicine services in Connecticut, Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Please visit our website at marijuanadoctor.com or email info@marijuanadoctor.com for more information. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about medical marijuana. Our appointments are risk-free: if you don’t qualify for medical marijuana, you don’t have to pay.

 

2. Medical Marijuana Reciprocity

A total of 36 US states plus Washington DC, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands currently have medical marijuana programs. 11 out of these 36 states, including Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, currently offer medical marijuana program reciprocity for state licensed medical cannabis ID cardholders (or equivalent). 

The rules surrounding reciprocity vary from state to state. Some states require a “visitor application” prior to traveling, others require you to sign paperwork inside a local dispensary, or they may simply ask for your medical marijuana license / proof of identity before making a purchase at a dispensary.

Please note some states have limitations on cannabis products available for medical marijuana patients. For example, cannabis infused sweets such as cookies or smokable flower may not be permitted for medical patients in some locations.

 

2.1. Which States Accept Out-of-State Medical Marijuana Licenses?

Medical marijuana patient reciprocity in the United States is currently allowed in Arizona, Arkansas, Hawaii, Maine, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Utah, and Washington DC. Patients must typically provide an active state licensed medical marijuana card and ID (proof of identity) to be eligible.

 

Arizona

Visiting patients with an active state medical marijuana card or equivalent from their home state may possess and use medical marijuana in Arizona. Qualified non-residents can possess/consume up to one ounce of usable marijuana. Please note that you cannot make purchases at Arizona licensed dispensaries.

For more information, please contact the Arizona Department of Health Services by emailing M2programsupport@azdhs.gov, calling (602) 364-1793, or their toll-free number (844) 700-7300.

 

Arkansas

Non-residents must apply as a visiting patient before being able to purchase medical marijuana in Arkansas, and must hold a medical marijuana card or equivalent from their home state. Applications cost $50 and may take up to 14 business days for processing. If approved, visiting patients have a 30-day window during which they may purchase medical marijuana in Arkansas. 

To start your visitor application click here.

Arkansas licensed marijuana dispensaries can be found in:

Alexander

Bentonville

Brookland

  • NEA Full Spectrum
  • Address: 12001 Highway 49 North, Brookland, AR 72417
  • Phone: (870) 634-6412
  • Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 7pm, Friday 9am - 8pm, Saturday 9am - 7pm, & Sunday 10am - 5pm

Caddo Valley

Clarksville

Clinton

Conway

El Dorado

Fayetteville

Fort Smith

Heber Springs

Helena

Hensley

Hot Springs

  • Suite 443
  • Address: 4897 Malvern Avenue Hot Springs, AR 71901
  • Phone: (501) 262-9333
  • Email: suite443@protonmail.com 
  • Hours: Monday to Thursday 10am - 7pm, Friday/Saturday 10am - 8pm, Sunday 12pm - 6pm
  • Green Springs Medical
  • Address: 309 Seneca St. in Hot Springs, AR. (off Golf Links Road)
  • Phone: (501) 207-0420
  • Email: draganv@att.net 
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am - 8pm & Closed Sunday

Little Rock

Morrilton

Mountain Home

  • Plant Family Therapeutics
  • Address: 5172 Hwy. 62 East, Mountain Home, AR 72653
  • Phone: (870) 709-0800
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am - 7pm & Closed Sunday

Mountain View

  • Fiddler’s Green Dispensary
  • Address: 16150 AR HWY 9, Mountain View, AR 72560
  • Phone: (870) 269-8600
  • Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 5:30pm, Closed Sunday 

Pine Bluff

Russellville

  • 420 Dispensary
  • Address: 3506 South Arkansas Ave, Russellville, AR 72802
  • Phone: (479) 498-4200
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am - 7pm & Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Sherwood

Texarkana

West Memphis

Please note that even though medical marijuana delivery is offered by dispensaries in Arkansas, since the product has to be delivered to the address listed on your medical marijuana license, which will be an out of state address, you will not be eligible for delivery. Non-resident visitors must make their medical marijuana purchases in-store.

For more information, please contact the Arkansas Department of Health by calling 833-214-8619 (toll-free), emailing adh.medicalmarijuana@arkansas.gov, or visiting healthy.arkansas.gov. 

 

Hawaii

Non-resident adult and minor medical marijuana patients (along with their caregiver/legal guardian) with an active state government issued medical cannabis card can apply for Hawaii’s “out-of-state patient program.” This program allows visiting patients to possess, consume, and make purchases at Hawaii licensed medical marijuana dispensaries. Registered out of state patients may purchase/possess up to four ounces every two weeks.

For adult patients, a state ID or driver’s license is required to apply (passports or military cards not accepted). Your cannabis card / state ID or driver’s license must both be from the same state. Medical marijuana physician authorizations do not qualify in replacement of a state licensed medical marijuana card. More details on application requirements for adult and minor patients can be found here.

The online application takes approximately ten minutes to complete. Out of state residents are allowed to apply for up to two 60-day terms in one calendar year. A start date for each term can be requested, and applicants can apply up to 60 days before the start date. Applications incur a fee of $49.50. 

 

Out of State Patient Application Steps:

  1. Create an account here.
  2. Fill out the online application.
  3. Pay the non-refundable $49.50 application fee.
  4. Hawaii State Department of Health reviews application. If approved, you will receive a confirmation email with next steps.
  5. Log into the portal to download & print your registration card.

Step by step application guidance can be found by watching a video tutorial by eHawaii Gov.

 

Hawaii licensed medical marijuana dispensaries can be found in:

Honolulu

  • Aloha Green Apothecary - King St.
  • Address: Interstate Building, 1314 S. King Street, Honolulu, HI 96814 (King Street entrance)
  • Phone: (808) 369-2888
  • Hours: open daily from 10:30am to 7pm
  • Aloha Green Apothecary - Waikiki
  • Address: 2113 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 (Saratoga Road entrance, across from post office)
  • Phone: call (808) 369-2888 or text "Aloha" to (808) 437-5041
  • Hours: open daily from 10:30am to 7pm
  • Aloha Green Herb House - Airport
  • Address: 3131 N. Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, HI 96816 (Old Caitlin Road entrance off Nimitz)
  • Phone: (808) 369-2888
  • Email: info@agapoth.com 
  • Hours: open daily from 10:30am to 7pm
  • Cure Oahu
  • Address: 727 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
  • Phone: (808) 208-8770
  • Email: info@cureoahu.com 
  • Hours: open daily from 10am to 7pm (except for Christmas, Thanksgiving & New Years Day)
  • Noa Botanicals
  • Address: 1308 Young Street, Honolulu, Hawai’i 96814
  • Phone: (808) 550-9861
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 11am - 7pm, Sunday 12am - 5pm
  • Tip: free parking for customers

Island of Hawai'i

  • Big Island Grown - Hilo
  • Address: 750 Kanoelehua Ave. Suite 104, Hilo, HI 96720 (located in the Lehua Center next to Vibe Cafe & Irie Hawaii)
  • Phone: call or text (808) 825-5533
  • Hours: open daily from 9am - 7pm 
  • Big Island Grown - Kailua
  • Address: 74-5617 Pawai Pl, Kailua, HI 96740 (located at the Brewers Block next to Kona Brewing Company)
  • Phone: (808) 374-8210
  • Hours: open daily from 9am - 7pm 
  • Big Island Grown - Waimea
  • Address: 64-1040 Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea, HI 96743 (located in the Malama Pono Building - red with a butterfly)
  • Phone: call or text (808) 825-5910
  • Hours: open daily from 9am - 7pm 
  • Hawaiian Ethos - Hilo
  • Address: 578 Kanoelehua Ave., Hilo, HI 96720
  • Phone: (808) 731-5559
  • Hours: open 10am - 6pm everyday
  • Hawaiian Ethos - Kailua-Kona
  • Address: 73-5613 Olowalu St., Suite 7, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Phone: (808) 339-3205
  • Hours: open daily from 10am - 7pm
  • Hawaiian Ethos - Kamuela
  • Address: 64-1035 Mamalahoa Hwy., Unit J, Kamuela, HI 96743
  • Phone: (808) 731-5082
  • Hours: open daily from 10am - 6pm

Kauai

Maui

O‘ahu

  • Noa Botanicals - Aiea
  • Address: 98-302 Kamehameha Highway, Aiea, Hawaii 96701
  • Phone: (808) 900-3320
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 11am - 7pm, Sunday 12am - 5pm
  • Tip: free parking for customers
  • Noa Botanicals - Kāne’ohe
  • Address: Windward Centre, 46-028 Kawa Street, Kāne’ohe, Hawai’i 96744
  • Phone: (808) 550-9860
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 11am - 7pm, Sunday 12am - 5pm
  • Tip: free parking for customers

Minor patients must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian before entering a dispensary.

For more information, please email webmail@doh.hawaii.gov, call 808-586-4400, or visit the State of Hawaii Department of Health website.

 

Maine

Medical marijuana patients with a state-issued registry card/documentation from any of the states listed below may purchase medical marijuana from a registered dispensary in Maine. There is a purchase limit of 2.5 ounces of marijuana products for a rolling 15 day time period.

  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Connecticut
  • Florida
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Iowa
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Dakota
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Rhode Island
  • Utah
  • Virginia
  • Vermont
  • Washington
  • Washington, DC.

Maine licensed medical marijuana dispensaries can be found in:

Auburn

  • Curaleaf
  • Address: 730 Center Street Ste 1C, Auburn, Maine 04210
  • Contact: call +1 207-312-5798 or email info.me@curaleaf.com 
  • Hours of operation: Monday to Saturday 10am - 7pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm

Biddeford

  • Canuvo
  • Address: 4 Wellspring Rd, Biddeford, ME 04005
  • Contact: call (207) 602-6130 or fill out their contact form
  • Hours of operation: Closed Sunday/Monday, Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 6pm

Brewer

  • Wellness Connection
  • Address: 221 Dirigo Drive, Brewer Maine 04412 (near Eastern Maine Medical Center)
  • Contact: call (207) 992-0552 or email info@mainewellness.org
  • Hours of operation: Monday to Sunday 10am - 7pm

Caribou

  • Safe Alternatives (website under construction)
  • Address: 1137 Presque Isle Rd, Caribou, ME 04736
  • Contact: call (207) 492-2651
  • Hours of operation: Monday to Saturday 10am - 6pm, closed Sunday

Ellsworth

  • Maine Organic Therapy
  • Address: 3 Myrick St, Ellsworth, ME
  • Contact: call (888) 360-0650 or email info@maineorganictherapy.org 
  • Hours of operation: Monday 9am - 7pm, Tuesday 9am - 5pm, Wednesday 9am - 5pm, Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 9am - 7pm, Saturday 9am - 3pm, Sunday 9am - 3pm

For more information, call (207) 287-3282 or visit the State of Maine Office of Marijuana Policy website.

 

Michigan

Anyone with an active state licensed medical marijuana card (cannot be expired) and proof of identity (ID) can purchase medical marijuana in Michigan, but it is at the discretion of each dispensary. Make sure to double check with your dispensary of choice to see if they allow out-of-state patients. The possession/purchase limit is 2.5 ounces of cannabis. Medical marijuana taxes, for both in and out of state cardholders, incur a 6% sales tax.

Unfortunately, out of state medical marijuana patients cannot order medical marijuana using delivery services in Michigan, as the delivery address has to match the address on the medical cannabis card. If you wish to use cannabis delivery, recreational dispensaries are a valid option.

For a full list of dispensaries in Michigan visit weedmaps.

 

Nevada

State or local government-issued medical marijuana card holders from the following locations can make purchases at medical cannabis dispensaries in the state of Nevada:

  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Connecticut
  • District of Columbia
  • Delaware
  • Ely Shoshone Tribe
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • New Mexico
  • Ohio
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe
  • Rhode Island
  • Vermont
  • Washington
  • Yerington Paiute Tribe
  • Winnemucca Indian Colony

Nevada licensed medical marijuana dispensaries are located in:

Carson City

  • Rise Dispensaries
  • Address: 135 E Clearview Dr #119, Carson City, NV 89701
  • Phone: (775) 461-3909
  • Sierra Wellness
  • Address: 2765 US-50 A, Carson City, NV 89701
  • Phone: (775) 800-9355

Churchill County + Fallon

Fernley

Henderson

  • Essence
  • Address: 4300 E Sunset Rd a3, Henderson, NV 89014
  • Phone: (702) 978-7687
  • Jenny’s Dispensary
  • Address: 10420 S Eastern Ave #100, Henderson, NV 89052
  • Phone: (702) 718-0420
  • Nevada Made Marijuana
  • Address: 1675 E Cactus Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89183
  • Phone: (702) 298-4820
  • The+Source Dispensary
  • Address: 9480 S. Eastern Ave Suite 185, Henderson, Nevada 89123
  • Phone: (702) 708-2222

Las Vegas & Unincorporated Clark County

  • Cookies - The Strip
  • Address: 2307 S Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89104
  • Phone: (725) 666-0174
  • Cultivate
  • Address: 3615 Spring Mountain Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89102
  • Phone: (702) 829-4205
  • Euphoria Wellness
  • Address: 7780 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV
  • Phone: (702) 960-7200
  • Exhale Nevada
  • Address: 4310 W Flamingo Road Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Phone: (702) 447-1250
  • Green Cannabis Co.
  • Address: 3650 S Decatur Blvd #7, Las Vegas, NV 89103
  • Phone: (702) 620 8619
  • Inyo Fine Cannabis
  • Address: 2520 South Maryland Parkway #2, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Phone: (702) 707-8888
  • Jade Cannabis Co.
  • Address: 1130 E Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Phone: (702) 536-2586
  • Jardín
  • Address: 2900 E. Desert Inn Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89121
  • Phone: (702) 331-6511
  • Las Vegas Releaf
  • Address: 2244 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89104 (in Sahara Paradise Plaza)
  • Phone: (702) 209-2400
  • MedMen - Downtown (Arts District)
  • Address: 823 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
  • Phone: (725) 333-7404
  • MedMen - Paradise (Paradise & Harmon)
  • Address: 4503 Paradise Rd Suite 210-240, Las Vegas, NV, 89169
  • Phone: (702) 405-8597
  • Nevada Wellness Center
  • Address: 3200 S. Valley View, Las Vegas, NV 89102
  • Phone: (702) 470-2077 or (702) 637-4821
  • Nuleaf
  • Address: 430 E Twain Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169
  • Phone: (702) 297-LEAF (5323)
  • Oasis Cannabis Dispensary
  • Address: 1800 S Industrial Rd #180, Las Vegas, NV 89102
  • Phone: (702) 420-2405
  • Pisos
  • Address: 4110 S Maryland Pkwy #1, Las Vegas, NV 89119                                                                                  
  • Phone: (702) 367-9333
  • Planet 13
  • Address: 2548 W. Desert Inn Rd., Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Phone: (702) 815-1313
  • Reef Dispensaries
  • Address: 3400 Western Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Phone: (702) 475-6520
  • Sahara Wellness
  • Address: 420 E Sahara Ave Las Vegas, NV 89104
  • Phone: (702) 478-5533
  • Shango Las Vegas
  • Address: 4380 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89121
  • Phone: (702) 444-4824
  • ShowGrow
  • Address: 4850 S Fort Apache Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89147
  • Phone: (702) 227-0511
  • Silver Sage Wellness
  • Address: 4626 West Charleston, Las Vegas, NV 89102
  • Phone: (702) 802-3757
  • The Apothecarium
  • Address: 7885 W Sahara Ave, Suite 112, Las Vegas, NV 89117
  • Phone: (702) 778-7987
  • The Dispensary - Decatur Blvd
  • Address: 5347 S Decatur Blvd #100, Las Vegas, NV 89118
  • Phone: (702) 476-0420
  • The Dispensary - Eastern Express
  • Address: 8605 S Eastern Ave Suite A, Las Vegas, NV 89123
  • Phone: (702) 476-0420
  • The Grove
  • Address: 4647 University Center Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89119
  • Phone: (702) 463-5777
  • The Sanctuary Dispensaries
  • Address: 1324 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89104
  • Phone: (702) 420-2902
  • The+Source Dispensary
  • Address: 2550 S. Rainbow Blvd Suite 8, Las Vegas, NV 89146
  • Phone: (702) 708-2000
  • The Treehouse Vegas
  • Address: 4660 S Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89103
  • Phone: (702) 565-9333
  • Thrive Cannabis Marketplace
  • Address: 1112 S. Commerce St, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
  • Phone: (702) 776-4144
  • Top Notch The Health Center
  • Address: 5630 Stephanie St, Las Vegas, NV 89122
  • Phone: (702) 418-0420
  • Zen Leaf
  • Address: 9120 W Post Rd #103, Las Vegas, NV 89148
  • Phone: (725) 217-3020

Laughlin

Mesquite

  • Deep Roots Harvest
  • Address: 195 Willis Carrier Canyon, Mesquite, NV 89034
  • Phone: (702) 345-2854

North Las Vegas

Pahrump

  • The Grove
  • Address: 1541 E. Basin Avenue, Pahrump, NV 89119
  • Phone: (775) 556-0100

Reno

Sparks

  • Greenleaf Wellness
  • Address: 1730 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
  • Phone: (775) 470-5255
  • Reef Dispensaries
  • Address: 195 E Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
  • Phone: (775) 293-4643
  • RISE
  • Address: 9650 Pyramid Way, Spanish Springs, NV 89441
  • Phone: (775) 501-5457
  • Silver State Relief
  • Address: 175 E Greg St, Sparks, NV 89431
  • Phone: (775) 440-7777

Sun Valley

  • Kanna Dispensary
  • Address: 5398 Sun Valley Blvd, Sun Valley, NV 89433
  • Phone: (775) 674-0420
  • Reef Dispensaries
  • Address: 5105 Sun Valley Blvd bldg b, Sun Valley, NV 89433
  • Phone: (775) 238-3145

Washoe Valley

  • SOL Cannabis
  • Address: 275 US-395 ALT, New Washoe City, NV 89704
  • Phone: (775) 451-7290

West Wendover

  • Deep Roots Harvest
  • Address: 395 Industrial Way, West Wendover, NV 89883
  • Phone: (775) 418-5560

Please note this list does not include tribal establishments. A complete Nevada dispensary list (including recreational) can be found at ccb.nv.gov/list-of-retailers/.

For more information, call (775) 687-7594, email MMRegistry@Health.nv.gov, or visit the State of Nevada Department of Taxation website.

 

New Hampshire

New Hampshire has limited reciprocity, meaning that qualified visitors may possess up to two ounces of usable cannabis (or the equivalent in infused products). In order to qualify, visitors must provide a note from their medical provider stating they have a qualified medical condition (as defined by New Hampshire law) and show proof of an active state-issued medical marijuana registry card. Please note that purchasing medical marijuana from a dispensary as a visitor is not permitted.

With new laws in progress, make sure to double check the Therapeutic Cannabis Program website, call their office at (603) 271-9333, or email tcp@dhhs.nh.gov to confirm the most up to date regulations.

 

New Mexico

Patients with an active state-issued medical marijuana registry card and driver's license / ID (all from the same state) may apply for a “reciprocity license” at a qualifying dispensary in New Mexico. Dispensaries must be registered to provide reciprocity licenses, so make sure to call and double check before heading to your dispensary of choice that this service is offered.

To obtain a reciprocal license to purchase tax-free medical marijuana in New Mexico, you will need to fill out paperwork at a licensed dispensary. Possession and purchase limits of medical marijuana are the same for both in-state and non-resident visiting patients. The purchase limit is 230 units every 90 days (8 ounces of dried cannabis flower). One unit equates to 200 milligrams of edibles, topicals, or tinctures.

One dispensary that helps with reciprocity licenses is Ultra Health dispensaries in New Mexico. You can find a complete list of licensed New Mexico medical cannabis dispensaries here.

For more information, please contact the New Mexico Medical Cannabis Program by emailing medical.cannabis@state.nm.us, calling 505-827-2321, or visiting nmhealth.org

 

Oklahoma

Great news! US state licensed medical marijuana card holders, as well as minor patients, are eligible to apply for an Oklahoma temporary patient ID. Having this temporary ID allows for visitors to legally buy, use, and grow their own marijuana in Oklahoma for 30 days. 

Following acceptance, you will receive a temporary patient identification card. Oklahoma possession limits are the same for both in and out of state medical marijuana card holders. You may possess up to three ounces of medical marijuana, and home grow up to six mature marijuana plants + six seedlings.

Licensed out of state medical marijuana patients, caregivers, or patients’ legal representatives must submit an “authorization to disclose patient information” form in order to become a temporary medical marijuana patient in Oklahoma.

 

Temporary Patient Application Requirements:

  1. Create an account on omma.ok.gov using a valid email address. Future correspondence will occur via email.
  2. Upload a portrait photo in color showing full face/head/top of shoulders against plain white or off-white background to be used for the temporary patient ID. Must have a neutral expression with a closed mouth or natural smile. Digital photos must be in .jpg, .png or .gif format and no larger than 3 MB in size. Photos must be taken within the last six months to reflect current appearance. Remove eyeglasses before taking photos. Printed photos are not accepted. Click here for more photo submission requirement details.
  3. Submit proof of identity i.e. state-issued driver’s license, state-issued identification card, US passport, tribal identification card, certified copy of birth certificate with seal/watermark visible for minors, or other photo identification issued by the U.S government.
  4. Submit a digital color copy of out of state medical marijuana license. Must show the front and back of the license
  5. Pay a non-refundable application fee of $100 + credit card processing fee. Visa, Mastercard, or Discover credit/debit card accepted. If denied, the application fee will not be refunded.

The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) typically reviews applications within 14 business days of submission.

 

Temporary Minor Patients

The application for temporary minor patients requires a parent/legal guardian to fill out information and provide proof of identity along with the minor patient’s information. Minor patients are not allowed to enter a dispensary without their parent/legal guardian present. Temporary minor licenses are also valid for 30 days.

Please note that an Oklahoma temporary license cannot exceed the expiration date of your out of state medical marijuana license. Upon expiration of the temporary license, you must submit a new application. Applications may be submitted up to one week prior to the expiration date of the current temporary license.

For more information on becoming a temporary patient in Oklahoma, please email OMMAPatients@ok.gov, call 405-522-6662 (Monday to Friday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM), or visit the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority website.

If you are an Oklahoma resident, and are looking to get your medical marijuana card online, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

 

Puerto Rico

If you’re headed to Puerto Rico as a US medical marijuana patient/card holder, you're in luck! Puerto Rico allows for medical marijuana reciprocity with a valid state licensed medical marijuana card. You will need to register at a local dispensary upon arrival and show proof of your state medical marijuana ID card. 

Please note that visiting patients are not allowed to buy dried marijuana flower. Purchase of medical marijuana cartridges or infused products is permitted.

A list of licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in Puerto Rico can be found here.

For more information, please email cannabismedicinal@salud.pr.gov or confidenciascannabismedicinal@salud.pr.gov, call 787-765-2929 (at ext. 3504, 3505, 6803, or 6809 ), or visit the Puerto Rico Department of Health medical cannabis page.

 

Rhode Island

Rhode Island offers full reciprocity for out of state medical marijuana card holders in the US. Visit a Rhode Island licensed medical marijuana dispensary with your government issued ID + state medical marijuana card to register as an out of state patient. Both in and out of state medical marijuana patients can purchase up to 70 grams of medical cannabis every 15 days.

Please note that you cannot use your phone inside Rhode Island medical marijuana dispensaries. 

Rhode Island has a total of three medical marijuana dispensaries in the state, also known as “compassion centers” locally.

Details for the three dispensaries can be found below:

Thomas C. Slater Compassion Center

  • Address: 1 Corliss Street, Providence, RI 02904
  • Phone: (401) 274-1000
  • Email: info@slatercenter.com 
  • Hours: Open daily from 8am to 8pm
  • For more information on registering as an out of state patient, read the Slater Center new patient guide here.
  • Additionally, you can view their new patient registration form here.

Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center

  • Address: 1637 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871
  • Phone: (401) 293-5987
  • Hours: Open daily from 9am to 6pm & during all holidays except Thanksgiving + Christmas

Summit Medical Compassion Center

  • Address: Unit E2, 380 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick, RI 02886
  • Phone: (401) 889-3990
  • Email: suggestions@smccri.org 
  • Hours: Open daily from 9am to 8pm

Veterans Discount: Out of state veterans with proper documentation receive an additional 10% discount.

For more information, please email doh.mmp@health.ri.gov, call 401-222-5960, or visit health.ri.gov.

 

Utah

Medical marijuana patients, as well as minor patients with a parent/legal guardian, who are visiting Utah with a qualifying condition (as defined by Utah), and hold an active state medical cannabis card may apply for a “non-Utah resident card.” Utah residents who have been in the state for less than 45 days may also apply for a non-Utah resident card.

This card allows qualified visiting patients and new Utah residents to purchase cannabis at licensed dispensaries in Utah over a 21 day period. Non-Utah resident card applications are processed online for approval. Visiting patients are permitted up to two 21 day non-Utah resident cards per calendar year. 

Please note that smoking marijuana is not permitted in Utah along with sugary edibles such as cookies, brownies, or candies. Alternatively, devices that warm cannabis into a vapor without the use of a flame (such as vaping) are allowed. Possession limits are 113 grams of flower and cannabis products that contain no more than 20 grams of total composite THC.

Non-residents may also possess and use medical cannabis products purchased from outside of Utah as long as they are within the legal possession limits as defined above. Medical cannabis obtained in Utah must be purchased from Utah-licensed medical marijuana pharmacies.

 

Utah’s qualifying medical conditions include:

  • HIV/AIDS
  • Alzheimer’s
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
  • Cancer
  • Cachexia (substantial weight/muscle loss)
  • Persistent nausea
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Epilepsy
  • Seizures
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Muscle spasms
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Autism
  • Terminal illness with 6 months or less life expectancy
  • Hospice care
  • Chronic pain lasting longer than 2+ weeks

For individuals with conditions not listed above, the Utah Compassionate Use Board accepts petitions for a medical cannabis card.



How To Apply For a Non-Utah Resident Card

  1. Create an account at evs.utah.gov
  2. Click on “Patient Registration”
  3. Select “Non-Utah Resident” under registration type & fill out requested information.
  4. Next click on Tracking Inbox > Patient > New Patient
  5. Fill out requested information & upload a copy of your current out of state medical marijuana card.
  6. Once completed, pay the $15 application fee.
  7. Click on the “Patient” tab and confirm your updated status.
  8. Email your dates of travel to medicalcannabis@utah.gov so that your card will be ready on time.

If done correctly, your application status should update to “Awaiting State Review” at the top of the portal. Applications are processed on a weekly basis. If approved, you will receive an email copy of your non-Utah resident cannabis card which can be printed or downloaded to a mobile phone.

 

Medical cannabis pharmacies are located in:

The most up to date medical cannabis pharmacy list can be found at medicalcannabis.utah.gov, as well as on the Utah state pharmacy map.

For more information please email medicalcannabis@utah.gov, call 801-538-6504, or visit medicalcannabis.utah.gov.

 

Washington DC

Non-resident medical marijuana card holders from the following states are permitted to purchase at Washing DC licensed dispensaries:

  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Iowa
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Puerto Rico
  • Rhode Island
  • South Dakota
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia

Non-residents must provide their government issued medical marijuana registration information in physical or digital format, a state issued photo ID, and your recommending physician’s name and license number. Please note that medical cards issued by NuggMD are not eligible.

Purchase limits are up to four ounces of cannabis during a 30 day period.

Currently, there are a total of eight Washington DC licensed medical marijuana dispensaries:

Ward 1

  • Capital City Care
  • Address: 1115 U St. NW Washington, D.C. 20009
  • Phone: (202) 292-5071
  • Hours: Monday to Friday 11am - 7pm, Saturday 12pm - 5pm, Closed Sunday
  • Tip: first time patients get 25% off

Ward 2

  • Herbal Alternatives
  • Address: 1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20036
  • Phone: (202) 618-5635
  • Hours: Monday/Tuesday 12pm - 7:30pm, Wednesday 3pm - 7:30pm, Thursday/Friday 12pm - 7:30pm, Saturday/Sunday 12pm - 5pm
  • National Holistic Healing Center
  • Address: 1636 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington D.C., 20009 
  • Phone: (202) 234-0780
  • Hours: open daily from 9am - 7:30pm

Ward 4

  • Takoma Wellness Center
  • Address: 6925 Blair Road, NW, Washington, D.C. 20012
  • Phone: (202) 465-4260
  • Hours: Monday to Friday 11am - 7pm & Saturday/Sunday 11am - 5pm

Ward 6

  • KINFOLK Dispensary
  • Address: 433 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Phone: (202) 817-3920
  • Hours: Monday to Friday 10am - 8pm, Saturday 12pm - 8pm, Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Ward 7

  • Cannabliss - 100% black owned + operated
  • Address: 4721 Sheriff Road Northeast, Washington, DC 20019, USA
  • Phone: (202) 388-3000
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:30am - 7pm & Sunday 11am - 6pm
  • Tip: free parking available

Ward 8

  • Anacostia Organics
  • Address: 2022 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. S.E., Washington, DC 20020
  • Phone: (202) 845-8574
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday 11am - 8pm, Sunday 12pm - 5pm

For more information, please email medicalcannabis@dc.gov, call (202) 442-4423, or visit dchealth.dc.gov

 

2.2. States Without Medical Marijuana License Reciprocity

Although 36 US states currently have medical marijuana programs, some only allow for residents to be eligible and do not have any reciprocity with other states. The following states have medical marijuana programs strictly for residents only, and do now allow for reciprocity: Alabama, Alaska, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. 

Alabama

  • Alabama’s medical cannabis program is still in the works, and there are currently no dispensaries open yet in the state. Medical marijuana business licenses are estimated to be issued starting from fall 2022. For the latest information, please visit the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission website or use their contact form here.

Alaska

  • Although Alaska does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Possession limits are up to one ounce of cannabis.

California

  • California does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Possession limits are up to 28.5 grams of marijuana.

Colorado

  • Colorado does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Adults may possess up to two ounces at any one given time.

Connecticut

  • Connecticut does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Adults may possess up to 1.5 ounces at any one given time.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Connecticut, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

Delaware

  • While recreational use remains illegal, possession of small amounts is decriminalized. Possessing less than one ounce of marijuana as an adult 21+ will incur a maximum civil penalty of $100 and is not a recorded offense.

Florida

  • Both out of state medical marijuana reciprocity and recreational marijuana are not legal in Florida at this time.

Georgia

  • Although reciprocity is not allowed, the Georgia Department of Health states that “valid registration card holders of low THC oil who have been in Georgia for less than 45 days may be eligible.” Please note that the Georgia medical marijuana program is still in the works and low THC oil is not yet available. Stay updated with the latest information by visiting the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission website.

Guam

  • Guam does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Adults may possess up to one ounce of bud at any one given time and may home grow up to three flowering + three non-flowering marijuana plants.

Illinois

  • Does not recognize state to state reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal. Adults may purchase/possess cannabis in varying amounts depending on whether you are a resident or not. 
  • Illinois residents may purchase/possess up to 30 grams of cannabis, 500 milligrams of THC infused products, and five grams of cannabis concentrates. 
  • Non-residents may purchase/possess up to 15 grams of cannabis, 250 milligrams of THC infused products, and 2.5 grams of cannabis concentrates. 

Louisiana

  • Although recreational use is not legal, possession of up to 14 grams of cannabis is decriminalized, with a maximum of a $100 fine and no jail time.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Louisiana, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

Maryland

  • Although recreational use is not legal, possession of up to 10 grams of cannabis is decriminalized.

Massachusetts

  • Does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity, but recreational adult-use for individuals 21+ remains legal.
  • Possession limits are one ounce of flower + up to five grams of concentrates.

Minnesota

  • Does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity and recreational marijuana use remains illegal.

Missouri

  • Although there is no medical marijuana reciprocity between states, stay tuned for recreational marijuana to potentially become legal in the near future. 
  • A coalition named Legal Missouri 2022 will need to reach 160,000 signatures by May 8th, 2022 for the possibility of a state-wide vote on the 2022 ballot. Signing locations can be found by visiting legalmo22.com/map.
  • This measure would allow for Missourians ages 21+ to possess, purchase, use & home grow marijuana in the state. To access more information about this measure, you can also follow @legalmo22 on Instagram.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Missouri, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

Montana

  • Recreational marijuana use for adults 21+ will begin starting on January 1st, 2022, but only in counties that approved Initiative 190. 

Recreational marijuana voter-approved counties include the following:

  • Big Horn County
  • Blaine County
  • Carbon County
  • Cascade County
  • Deer Lodge County
  • Flathead County
  • Gallatin County
  • Glacier County
  • Granite County
  • Hill County
  • Jefferson County
  • Lake County
  • Lewis & Clark County
  • Lincoln County
  • Madison County
  • Mineral County
  • Missoula County
  • Park County
  • Powell County
  • Ravalli County
  • Richland County
  • Roosevelt County
  • Rosebud County
  • Sanders County
  • Sheridan County
  • Silver Bow County
  • Valley County
  • Yellowstone County

New Jersey

  • Except to see medical marijuana reciprocity in the near future, but for the time being, a new commission is still in progress. Adult-use marijuana is also still in the works and not available as of yet.

New York

  • Recreational use legal for adults 21+ legal. Possession limit of up to 3oz of cannabis.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in New York, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

North Dakota

  • Although recreational use is not legal, possession of up to 14 grams or less of cannabis is decriminalized.

Ohio

  • Does not allow for medical marijuana program reciprocity and recreational marijuana use remains illegal. 
  • Possessing 3.5 ounces or less of recreational marijuana could result in a minor misdemeanor incurring a fine of up to $150.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Ohio, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

Oregon

  • Recreational use legal for adults 21+ legal.

Pennsylvania

  • Although recreational use is not legal, possession of less than 30 grams of cannabis is decriminalized only in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Pennsylvania, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

South Dakota

  • Although reciprocity is not allowed, non-residents and tribal cardholders with an active medical marijuana card issued by another state will neither be arrested nor have their cannabis taken away if in possession of three ounces or less of “natural and unaltered cannabis.” For more information on the South Dakota medical marijuana program visit medcannabis.sd.gov.

Texas

  • Only Texas residents with a qualifying condition remain eligible for the compassionate use program (CUP).
  • If you are looking to get your medical marijuana card online in Texas, Marijuana Doctor is here to help. We assist with new patient certifications, as well as recertifications for existing patients through telemedicine. To book your medical marijuana evaluation, click here.

Vermont

  • Recreational use legal for adults 21+ legal.
  • Possession limit of up to one ounce (28 grams) of marijuana.

Virginia

  • Recreational use legal for adults 21+ legal. 
  • Possession limit of up to one ounce (28 grams) of marijuana.

Washington

  • Recreational use legal for adults 21+ legal.
  • Possession limit of up to one ounce (28 grams) of marijuana.

West Virginia

  • A list of qualifying conditions for the medical marijuana program can be found here
  • For more information, please contact the Office of Medical Cannabis by emailing medcanwv@wv.gov, calling 304-356-5090, or through sending a fax to 304-558-0035.

 

3. Can I Take My Medical Marijuana Across State Lines?

Under federal law, marijuana that has a THC content higher than .3% is categorized as a “Schedule I” substance, and is illegal to possess, use, grow, or distribute. Taking marijuana across state borders is considered a federal crime. 

Cannabis flower, infused products, and some CBD products are illegal to possess on federal property, during air transportation, or when traveling from state to state. Only products with up to .3% THC on a “dry weight basis” are permitted, as noted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

 

4. Conclusion

Laws surrounding marijuana can and will evolve over time. Make sure to double check with the state’s cannabis department or local dispensary you are visiting for any applicable laws to consider pre-travels.

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