Medical Marijuana Card Minnesota: Program Guide & Dispensaries
Everything you need to know about Minnesota's medical cannabis program, established in 2014. How to get a medical marijuana card, qualifying conditions, possession limits, and dispensary requirements.
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Minnesota
To obtain a medical cannabis card in Minnesota, patients must apply through Office of Cannabis Management. The process typically involves:
- Obtaining a certification from a registered physician
- Submitting an application with proof of residency
- Paying the state registration fee
- Waiting for card approval (typically 2-4 weeks)
Medical cards are usually valid for one year and must be renewed annually.
Qualifying Conditions
Minnesota recognizes the following medical conditions for cannabis treatment:
- Cancer
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Tourette's
- ALS
- Seizures
- Severe muscle spasms
- Crohn's disease
- Terminal illness
- Intractable pain
- PTSD
- Autism
- Sleep apnea
- Alzheimer's
Medical Dispensaries in Minnesota
Licensed medical dispensaries in Minnesota must comply with strict regulations for product testing, packaging, and tracking through METRC. Patients can purchase cannabis flower, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, and topicals from approved dispensaries.
Number of dispensaries: Launching 2025
Compliance for Medical Operators
Medical dispensaries in Minnesota must maintain state licenses, integrate with METRC, and comply with testing requirements. Key obligations include:
- Real-time inventory tracking and reporting
- Product testing by state-approved laboratories
- Child-resistant and properly labeled packaging
- Patient verification at point of sale
- Secure storage and transport protocols
Dub Haven provides METRC-integrated POS systems designed specifically for medical cannabis operations in Minnesota.
Medical dispensary POS for Minnesota
Dub Haven builds METRC-integrated POS systems for medical cannabis dispensaries in Minnesota.
Disclaimer: Medical cannabis programs change frequently. This page was last updated in May 2026 and is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal or medical advice. Verify current requirements with Office of Cannabis Management.