Do I need to be a Puerto Rico resident?

No. The 30-day visitor permit under Act 42-2017 is specifically for US-citizen visitors and requires no Puerto Rico residency or local address.

Is the whole process online?

Yes. The application, ID verification, and the independent physician evaluation are all completed online from your phone — no in-person appointment.

What counts as a qualifying condition?

Qualifying conditions are those recognized under Puerto Rico's Act 42-2017. An independent licensed physician evaluates whether your condition qualifies during the application.

Is there a subscription or renewal charge?

No. The $99.99 covers a single 30-day permit with no recurring charge. If you return later and need a new permit, you simply apply again.

Does MedCardPR sell cannabis?

No. MedCardPR is an application and coordination service. The permit is issued by the PR Department of Health, and purchases are made at independent licensed dispensaries.

Who makes the medical decision?

Independent Puerto Rico-licensed physicians make all clinical decisions about your evaluation. MedCardPR coordinates the application but does not make medical determinations.

Can I use it as soon as it's approved?

Once your permit is emailed, you can purchase at licensed dispensaries within the 30-day window. Use is still subject to public-consumption restrictions and local law.

Is recreational use allowed if I have a permit?

No. Recreational use is illegal in Puerto Rico, and cannabis is federally illegal. The permit is strictly a medical authorization under Act 42-2017.

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Puerto Rico visitor medical cannabis card: frequently asked questions

Updated June 2026

This FAQ hub answers the questions visitors ask most about the Puerto Rico medical cannabis permit: who's eligible, what it costs, how long it takes, what ID you need, whether a mainland card works, and where use is restricted. Everything is under Puerto Rico's Act 42-2017, with permits issued by the Department of Health. MedCardPR is an application and coordination service, not a dispensary; evaluations are by independent licensed physicians, and recreational use is illegal in Puerto Rico and federally illegal.

Who is eligible for a Puerto Rico visitor permit?

US-citizen visitors with a qualifying medical condition recognized under Act 42-2017 are eligible. Puerto Rico residency is not required, and there's no local-address requirement. An independent Puerto Rico-licensed physician evaluates your qualifying condition during the online application and makes all clinical decisions; MedCardPR does not.

How much does it cost?

It's a flat $99.99 all-in for the 30-day permit. That total already includes Puerto Rico tax and government processing fees, with no hidden add-ons and no recurring subscription. You pay once, and the price you see is the price you pay for the application, coordination, and permit fees combined.

How long does it take?

The online application takes about five minutes. After payment, an independent Puerto Rico-licensed physician reviews it — most tourist permits are reviewed within the hour. The approved 30-day permit is emailed to you. There is no in-person appointment, no mailed card, and no multi-day wait for typical applications.

What ID and documents do I need?

You need proof of US citizenship and identity — a passport or US state driver's license — plus a clear selfie for verification and a qualifying condition under Act 42-2017. Prior medical records are optional, since the physician can evaluate your condition. No Puerto Rico residency, local address, or in-person visit is required.

Does my mainland US medical card work in Puerto Rico?

No. Puerto Rico does not recognize out-of-state or mainland medical cannabis cards, and there is no reciprocity for visitors. You need a separate Puerto Rico tourist permit issued by the Department of Health under Act 42-2017 to buy at licensed dispensaries during your trip.

Where can I buy, and where is use restricted?

An approved permit lets you purchase at licensed Puerto Rico dispensaries. Use, however, is tightly restricted: public consumption is prohibited, including beaches, public spaces, and vehicles, and most hotels and rentals have their own rules. Follow dispensary guidance, property rules, and local law; recreational use is illegal in Puerto Rico.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be a Puerto Rico resident?: No. The 30-day visitor permit under Act 42-2017 is specifically for US-citizen visitors and requires no Puerto Rico residency or local address.
Is the whole process online?: Yes. The application, ID verification, and the independent physician evaluation are all completed online from your phone — no in-person appointment.
What counts as a qualifying condition?: Qualifying conditions are those recognized under Puerto Rico's Act 42-2017. An independent licensed physician evaluates whether your condition qualifies during the application.
Is there a subscription or renewal charge?: No. The $99.99 covers a single 30-day permit with no recurring charge. If you return later and need a new permit, you simply apply again.
Does MedCardPR sell cannabis?: No. MedCardPR is an application and coordination service. The permit is issued by the PR Department of Health, and purchases are made at independent licensed dispensaries.
Who makes the medical decision?: Independent Puerto Rico-licensed physicians make all clinical decisions about your evaluation. MedCardPR coordinates the application but does not make medical determinations.
Can I use it as soon as it's approved?: Once your permit is emailed, you can purchase at licensed dispensaries within the 30-day window. Use is still subject to public-consumption restrictions and local law.
Is recreational use allowed if I have a permit?: No. Recreational use is illegal in Puerto Rico, and cannabis is federally illegal. The permit is strictly a medical authorization under Act 42-2017.

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Educational information only, current as of June 2026. MedCardPR is an application and coordination service operated by AZ Imports 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.