Does cancer qualify for a medical card in West Virginia?
Yes. The West Virginia Medical Cannabis Program lists Cancer as a qualifying condition. A West Virginia-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About cancer
Stronger evidence. The National Academies found conclusive evidence that oral cannabinoids prevent and treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. There is not enough evidence that cannabis treats or cures cancer.
Symptoms West Virginia patients most often hope to ease:
- Nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy
- Loss of appetite and unwanted weight loss
- Cancer-related pain
- Burning or tingling nerve pain from chemotherapy
- Trouble sleeping
Read more: medical marijuana for cancer.
How to get certified in West Virginia
- Confirm you have one of West Virginia's listed serious medical conditions.
- See an OMC-registered physician, in person or through a listed telehealth company, and get certified.
- Create an account in the MyComplia patient portal.
- Upload a passport-style photo, your photo ID and proof of West Virginia residency.
- Pay the $50 fee by mail or ACH bank transfer, or request a hardship waiver with proof of income.
- Wait for the OMC review (within 30 days), then download your digital card from the portal.
West Virginia allows the evaluation by telehealth, so you can see a West Virginia-licensed provider by video. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved.
Costs and timeline
- State fee: $50 (initial and renewal) (Fee waived for household income below 200% of the federal poverty level (proof required))
- Card lasts: 1 year
- Processing: Reviewed within 30 days
- Patient limit: A 30-day supply as purchased (see purchase limit)
- Home grow: Not allowed
- Recreational sales: Not legal
- First visit online: Yes
See the full West Virginia cost breakdown and West Virginia program overview.
Other qualifying conditions in West Virginia
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Chronic pain
- Crohn's & IBD
- Epilepsy & seizures
- HIV/AIDS
- Huntington's disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Neuropathy (nerve pain)
- PTSD
- Parkinson's disease
- Severe muscle spasms & spasticity
- Sickle cell disease
- Spinal cord injury or disease
- Terminal illness & hospice
Cancer in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for cancer?
How long does certification take in West Virginia?
Can I renew online in West Virginia?
Sources
- West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis home page
- Frequently Asked Questions - West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis
- Patients/Caregivers - West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis
- National Academies — The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (2017)
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.