What Qualifies For a Medical Marijuana Card in New Jersey?

If you are battling any of the conditions below, then medical marijuana may bring you relief. You can book your appointment to speak with one of our compassionate medical marijuana doctors today.

These are the qualifying conditions for a medical card in NJ:

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Opioid Use Disorder
• HIV / AIDS
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  
• Seizure disorder, including epilepsy
• Terminal illness
• Tourette Syndrome

How Hard is it to Get a Medical Card in New Jersey?

The answer is – not hard at all! Believe it or not, getting a medical marijuana card in New Jersey is very easy. Because of telemedicine, you can complete the entire process without ever leaving your home. Now, the doctor comes to you via video call. Plus, you can also complete the whole registration online. That’s right! – no more trips to the doctor’s office for a cannabis recommendation. So, if you’re a resident of New Jersey looking to obtain a medical marijuana card, there’s no need to stress. Schedule your appointment today, answer a few questions, and you’ll get approved in minutes. It’s easy as 1, 2, 3–literally.

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in New Jersey

Getting a medical marijuana card in NJ is a simple two-step process:

1. Obtain a patient reference number. 

2. Register as a patient with the state Medicinal Cannabis Program.

Not sure how to get a reference number?

Only doctors registered with the state program can issue you a reference number. Quick Med Cards connects you with expert state-approved cannabis doctors. To obtain your reference number:

1. Sign up with Quick Med Cards and create your account.

2. Speak with our cannabis doctor via video call.

3. If approved, you’ll get your patient reference number following your appointment.

You can complete your application on the state website once you get your reference number.

New Jersey Medical Card Requirements

Before you can apply for your NJ medical marijuana card, confirm that you meet these requirements:

1. You are at least 18 years old.

OR: If you are below 18, your parent or legal guardian must apply on your behalf.

2. You are a resident of New Jersey.

3. A New Jersey cannabis doctor diagnosed you with a qualifying medical condition.

4. Your NJ MMJ doctor provided you with a patient reference number to confirm that you qualify.

Before you can apply for your NJ medical marijuana card, you’ll need some documentation and information. Make sure that all of the required documents are ready before continuing.

1. Proof of Identity:

• NJ driver’s license.
• New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission-issued non-driver’s ID.
• New Jersey County ID with your name and current address.

2. Proof of New Jersey residency:

• A utility bill from the last 90 days.
• Correspondence from the IRS or New Jersey Division of Taxation showing your name and address.
• Federal, state, or local government correspondence indicating your name and address.

3. Reference number from our NJ medical marijuana doctor.

4. Identify an Alternative Treatment Center (ATC) or NJ dispensary near you.

5. An appropriate full-face photo to submit.

• You must be a resident of New Jersey with a qualifying condition to qualify for medical marijuana.
• An NJ medical marijuana doctor must provide you with a patient reference number to confirm you are eligible for medical cannabis.
• You must be at least 18 to apply for the NJ medical card. However, minors may also qualify if their parent or legal guardian consents to the treatment and completes the caregiver registration.

Got Questions About What Qualifies For a Medical Card in New Jersey?

Below are answers to common questions about what qualifies for medical marijuana in NJ.