Arkansas vs. Mississippi medical marijuana card: how they compare
Live near the Arkansas–Mississippi line? You can only get a card in the state where you live, but here's how the two programs compare.
Side by side
| Arkansas | Mississippi | |
|---|---|---|
| First visit online | Yes | In person first |
| State fee | $50 | $25 |
| Card lasts | Up to 1 year (shorter if the physician specifies) | 1 year (unless the practitioner sets a shorter term) |
| Patient limit | 2.5 ounces | 28 MMCEUs for residents; 14 MMCEUs for non-residents |
| Home grow | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Recreational | Not legal | Not legal |
| Listed conditions | 20 | 22 |
Residency is what matters
Both programs are for residents. Moving across the line means applying again in your new state — and you can't carry cannabis between them.
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Sources
- ADH - Medical Marijuana (overview)
- ADH - Medical Marijuana Registry
- ADH - Medical Marijuana FAQs
- ADH - Qualified Patient Requirements
- ADH - Designated Caregiver Requirements
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.