How To Renew Colorado Medical Marijuana Card Online

How to Renew Colorado Medical Marijuana Card in 2026

• Gather the required items:
• A completed medical marijuana renewal application.
• Medical marijuana certification from your attending physician, submitted electronically to the Colorado Medical Marijuana System.
• If under 18, two certifications from different providers.
• A clear, legible copy of your Colorado driver's license or ID card, or proof of residency waiver.
• Pay the required application processing fee online by credit card, debit card, or electronic check, then submit your renewal through your Medical Marijuana Registry account. Complete and accurate online applications are typically approved within 1-3 business days. Once approved, you can access your card through your online account to print it or display it on a mobile device.

Submit the renewal application and other required items: Mail them by USPS-certified mail to:

Application Processing
CDPHE HSV-8630
4300 Cherry Creek Dr. S.
Denver, CO 80246-1530

Wait for approval: Processing may take 2-4 weeks. If you have not received your card after 4 weeks, email the CDPHE at medical.marijuana@state.co.us or call (303) 692-2184.

How Often Do You Have to Renew Your Colorado Medical Marijuana Card?

Cards issued for debilitating medical conditions are valid for one year. Cards issued for disabling medical conditions may be valid for 60 days to one year, with the recommending provider determining the registration period based on the patient’s medical needs.

When To Renew Your Medical Card in Colorado?

You can renew your medical marijuana card online within 30 days of its expiration date. Renew during this window to help avoid a lapse in your active registry status.

What Is The Cost To Renew Medical Marijuana Card in Colorado?

The application processing fee for a Colorado medical marijuana card renewal is $52. If your household income is at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, you may qualify for a fee waiver.

Do I Need To See a Doctor To Renew My Medical Marijuana Card in Colorado?

Yes. You need a new provider certification each time you renew, and the recommendation must be made during an in-person clinical encounter. MDs and DOs may recommend medical marijuana for debilitating and disabling conditions. Dentists, physician assistants, advanced nurse practitioners, podiatrists, and optometrists with prescriptive authority may recommend it only for disabling conditions. Eligible providers must be licensed in good standing in Colorado and have a valid, unrestricted DEA certification.

What Happens If My Colorado Medical Marijuana Card Expires?

If your Colorado medical marijuana card expires, the card is no longer valid and you lose active Medical Marijuana Registry status. To regain active status, obtain a new provider certification and submit the required application and processing fee. Renew within the available 30-day renewal window to help avoid a lapse in your registry status.