Delaware vs. Pennsylvania medical marijuana card: how they compare
Live near the Delaware–Pennsylvania line? You can only get a card in the state where you live, but here's how the two programs compare.
Side by side
| Delaware | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| First visit online | Yes | Yes |
| State fee | $50 (1 year), $75 (2 years), $100 (3 years) | $50 per year |
| Card lasts | 1, 2 or 3 years (patient's choice); indefinite for terminal illness | Certification up to 1 year (set by the practitioner); $50 fee paid annually |
| Patient limit | 6 oz per 30 days | Up to a 90-day supply of medical marijuana |
| Home grow | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Recreational | Legal | Not legal |
| Listed conditions | Provider's discretion | 20 |
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
- OMC - Medical Marijuana
- OMC - Medical Marijuana Application Process
- OMC - Medical Marijuana Program Updates (HB285, HB425, visiting patients)
- OMC - Frequently Asked Questions
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.