Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Marijuana Card in Virginia (2025)

Virginia’s medical marijuana program, overseen by the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority, allows residents with any diagnosed condition that may benefit from medical cannabis to obtain certification from a licensed Virginia healthcare provider. The law does not restrict recommendations to a fixed list of qualifying conditions, giving practitioners clinical discretion to certify patients based on individual health needs.

Qualifying Medical Conditions

There is no rigid list of qualifying conditions in Virginia. Healthcare practitioners may recommend medical cannabis for any medical condition or symptom they consider appropriate for cannabis therapy. Common conditions for which Virginians receive certification include:

  • Chronic pain
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Cancer and treatment side effects
  • Arthritis
  • Epilepsy and seizure disorders
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Muscle spasms
  • Autoimmune conditions (lupus, Crohn’s disease, etc.)
  • Migraines
  • Neuropathic pain
  • Insomnia

Practitioners retain discretion to recommend for additional conditions as they see fit.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be a resident of Virginia
  • Obtain a written certification for medical cannabis from a Virginia-licensed doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant
  • Be at least 18 years old (minors require parental/legal guardian consent and involvement)

Application Process

  1. Get Certification: Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment with a licensed Virginia healthcare provider who will evaluate your condition and, if appropriate, issue a written certification.
  2. Register for Card (Optional): Present your written certification and ID at any Virginia dispensary, or optionally register for a medical marijuana card through the state for an additional layer of legal protection and ease of access.
  3. Renew Annually: Renew your certification and optional card each year by submitting updated documentation.

Caregivers and Minors

Minors must have parental/guardian consent, with a caregiver listed on their application. Caregivers help eligible minors or disabled patients obtain and use medical cannabis legally.

Booking an Appointment with Licensed Doctors

For Virginia residents seeking fast certification, same-day appointments with licensed medical marijuana doctors are available at:

This telehealth service offers secure evaluations by state-licensed providers, streamlining the process for cannabis certification and access.

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