Missouri medical marijuana FAQ: answers from the official program
Answers to the questions Missouri patients ask most, based on the Missouri Medical Marijuana Program's own guidance.
How much does a Missouri medical marijuana card cost?
The patient ID card fee is $28.92 under the July 2026 to June 2027 schedule, and the card lasts three years. A cultivation authorization costs $57.83, and fees change each year with inflation.
Can I be certified by telemedicine in Missouri?
Yes, if the standard of care doesn't require an in-person visit and your physician or nurse practitioner can truthfully complete every attestation on the certification form.
How much can I buy as a Missouri patient?
Up to 6 ounces of dried marijuana or the equivalent every 30 days, unless your provider certifies a larger amount. Patients who don't grow can possess up to a 60-day supply.
Why get a medical card if adult-use is legal in Missouri?
Patients pay a 4% tax instead of 6%, can possess larger amounts, and can get a patient cultivation authorization. Patients 18 to 20 can also buy through the medical program.
Can I grow at home as a patient?
Yes, with a cultivation authorization added to your card. Each patient may grow six flowering plants plus limited non-flowering plants in an enclosed, locked area.
Sources
- DHSS - Cannabis Patient Services
- DHSS - Qualifying Medical Conditions
- DHSS - Patient & Consumer FAQs
- DHSS - Fee Schedule
- DHSS - Cultivation (Patient/Caregiver/Consumer)
- DHSS - General FAQs
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.