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What documents does the tourist permit application require?
Prepare valid identification, your arrival date and relevant medical information. Use the same legal name on your documents and application. Have supporting records available if the physician requests them. A driver’s license or REAL ID alone does not prove U.S. citizenship.
Everything is submitted through the secure online form. The application takes about five minutes and can be completed entirely from your phone. No office visit and no mailed documents.
What types of ID are accepted?
MedCardPR’s visitor service accepts an unexpired U.S. passport, mainland U.S. driver’s license, or mainland state identification card bearing the REAL ID star. A driver’s license does not need the star. These are service intake requirements; a driver’s license or REAL ID is not, by itself, proof of citizenship.
The independent physician's office verifies your identity against the ID you provide. Use the same name across your application and your ID to avoid delays.
| ID type | Accepted |
|---|---|
| US passport (not expired) | Yes |
| Mainland U.S. driver's license (not expired) | Yes; REAL ID star not required |
| Mainland state ID (not expired) | REAL ID star required |
| Foreign (non-US) passport | No — US citizenship required |
| Expired ID of any type | No |
Does the tourist application require a selfie?
The current tourist form asks for an ID document; it does not have a required selfie upload. Resident applications include a separate photo upload. The independent physician may request a photo or other supporting information during evaluation.
Follow the document instructions shown for your application type. If the physician requests an additional photo, follow the instructions sent for your case.
Do you need medical records to apply?
No. You do not need to upload medical records to apply for the tourist permit. The independent Puerto Rico-licensed physician evaluates your qualifying condition as part of the application review. Most applicants complete the application without records. If the physician requests additional information during review, you will be contacted.
This is one of the most common questions visitors ask before applying. The short answer: start the application without records. They are not required upfront.
Is your Social Security Number required, and how is it protected?
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Puerto Rico residency to apply?
No. The tourist permit is specifically for US-citizen visitors to Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico residency, a local address, and any Puerto Rico-issued ID are not required.
Can I use a foreign passport?
MedCardPR’s current visitor service serves U.S. citizens and does not accept a foreign passport for that service. A driver’s license or REAL ID does not itself establish citizenship. Ask the team about documentation before paying if you are unsure.
Do I need to upload anything beyond my ID?
The initial tourist form asks for an ID document. The independent physician may request medical records or other supporting information during evaluation. Have relevant documents available and contact support if anything is unclear.
What if the name on my application does not match my ID?
If identifying information on your application does not match your ID, the review may be delayed or the application may not be approved. Use the same name across both.
Is there an in-person document submission step?
No. The entire process is online. You upload your ID through the secure form. There is no office visit.
Why does the application need my Social Security Number?
It is collected for evaluation and official processing and encrypted before storage. Authorized staff and the physician may access information needed for your case. See the privacy policy for how information is shared.
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MedCardPR publishes this guide to its application and coordination service. Independent authorized physicians make clinical decisions; the Department of Health issues official licenses.
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Educational information only, current as of October 2026. MedCardPR is an application and coordination service operated by AZ Capital Holdings LLC, not a healthcare provider, dispensary, or pharmacy. We do not sell, dispense, or deliver cannabis and make no medical claims. Medical evaluations are performed by independent licensed physicians. Official permits are issued by the Puerto Rico Department of Health under Act 42-2017. Cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Puerto Rico and remains illegal under US federal law.