Evaluation and 1 year of follow-up care. No state fee.
Permanent Texas residents.
Examples checked Oct. 20, 2026. Different coverage; prices and offers may change. PR authorization is for use in PR only. Physician approval required. Cannabis excluded.
Sample card · For illustration
Puerto Rico
Medical Cannabis Card
María García
Patient ID: Patient #PR-XXXX-XXXXX
Date of birth
May 14, 1990
Valid through
May 1, 2027
Status
Approved
Your official card is issued by the PR Department of Health. Sample shown for illustration.
Puerto Rico
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Sample QR opens MedCardPR. No patient data.
Valid through
May 1, 2027
Status
Approved
Your official card is issued by the PR Department of Health. Sample shown for illustration.
Review times are estimates, not a guarantee of approval. Official documents are issued by the Puerto Rico Department of Health.
PR-licensed physician review
Encrypted sensitive information
Local office in Luquillo
From application to your inbox.
Know what happens at every step, including after you pay.
01
Tell us about you
Choose your path, enter your details, and upload your ID. Residents also need a selfie and Puerto Rico address.
02
Review, then pay
Check your application before sending it. Choose your payment method and include your reference number.
03
We coordinate your review
After payment is verified, we send your intake to an independent PR-licensed physician. Scheduled tourist cases wait for their release date.
04
Receive your documents
If approved, your official documents arrive by email. Use your private status link to follow progress.
Pay securely by card
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Visa
Mastercard
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Methods depend on your path. For payment in person, contact our Luquillo office.
Real people. A clear process.
MedCardPR coordinates your application. Your physician makes the medical decision. Salud PR issues the official document.
Independent medical review
Your intake is evaluated by a physician licensed in Puerto Rico. Approval depends on that evaluation.
Care with your information
Sensitive information is encrypted. Your intake is shared with the physician’s office with your consent.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the process.
How long does the process take?
Physician review of 30-day tourist applications typically takes 15 to 60 minutes after payment and referral. Approval, issuance and delivery may take longer. Annual resident licenses are processed in 7 to 28 days, depending on the Puerto Rico Department of Health. The application itself takes about 5 minutes.
What documents do I need?
A valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, or REAL ID), proof of Puerto Rico residence (for resident licenses only), and any medical records related to your qualifying condition. If you don't have records, our doctor can evaluate you during the review.
Is medical cannabis legal in Puerto Rico?
Yes. Medical cannabis is fully legal in Puerto Rico under Law 42-2017. The program has been operating since 2017 and is one of the most established in the United States.
What if I'm declined?
If the certifying physician determines you don't meet the qualifying criteria, you'll receive an explanation by email. You're welcome to consult with your own physician about next steps or reapply with additional documentation.
Am I eligible as a tourist?
If you're a US citizen visiting Puerto Rico and have a qualifying medical condition, you can apply for a 30-day tourist permit. The process is completely online. You don't need to be on the island to apply.
Is a temporary medical card the same as the tourist permit?
Yes, they are the same document. The 30-day permit for US-citizen visitors is often searched for as a temporary medical card or temporary medical marijuana card. Officially it is a temporary medical cannabis permit issued by the Puerto Rico Department of Health under Law 42-2017, and it is valid for 30 days from approval.
Is a medical marijuana card the same as a medical cannabis card?
Yes. Puerto Rico law and the Department of Health use the word cannabis, while medical marijuana card is the more common term on the US mainland. Both names refer to the same official card, and the application process is identical either way.
Can I use my card at any dispensary?
Yes. The official card issued by the Puerto Rico Department of Health is accepted at licensed cannabis dispensaries across Puerto Rico.
How do I renew my license?
Renewal is even simpler than the first application. We'll email you a reminder before your license expires; renew online in about 5 minutes.
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