Austin Medical Marijuana Cards, Fast Prescription with State-Licensed Doctors

Your approval takes about 5 minutes with our doctors, and then your prescription goes live in the state system within 1-2 days. We enter your prescription into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT) immediately after your consultation. Texas uses an electronic registry instead of physical cards, so once your prescription is active, you can visit any Austin dispensary with your government-issued photo ID and begin your treatment.

The only document required for your Austin medical marijuana application is a valid Texas state ID or driver’s license that shows your current address. Our physicians handle the prescription after evaluating your qualifying condition, so medical documentation isn’t necessary.

• Your Texas ID or driver’s license serves as both identification and proof of Austin residency
• Medical records are not required for your appointment. Our doctors evaluate you based on your current symptoms and condition
• If your ID shows a different address, bring a recent utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement proving Austin residency
• Our licensed physicians issue your prescription directly after your consultation, so you don’t need outside documentation
• You don’t need referrals or letters from other doctors to qualify for an evaluation
• The documentation requirements are minimal to help qualified patients access treatment without unnecessary barriers

You can qualify for a Texas medical marijuana prescription in Austin if you’re a Texas resident with one of the approved qualifying conditions. Many common conditions qualify, and our doctors help you through the process.

• Residency: You must be a permanent Texas resident with proof like a Texas state-issued ID or driver’s license showing your Austin address
• Age: There’s no minimum age requirement, but minors need a legally authorized guardian or caregiver to participate
• Qualifying Condition: You must have a diagnosed medical condition recognized under Texas law, including cancer, PTSD, epilepsy, chronic pain over 90 days, multiple sclerosis, ALS, autism, and other approved conditions
• Physician Evaluation: A TCUP-registered physician evaluates your condition and determines if medical cannabis could help you find relief
• Approval Process: Once approved, your physician enters your prescription into the state registry, giving you legal access to treatment

You don’t need medical records to get approved for your Texas medical marijuana card. Our doctors evaluate your current symptoms and condition during your consultation, and your honest description of how your qualifying condition affects you is enough for certification. Medical records can support your application if you have them, but they’re not required.

In Austin, the Texas Compassionate Use Program allows patients to purchase these medical marijuana forms.

• Low-THC oils: Use a dropper to take these orally or add them to your food. Maximum 10mg THC per dose.
• Capsules: Pre-measured pills you swallow for predictable dosing each day.
• Tinctures: Squeeze drops under your tongue for faster results compared to swallowing capsules.
• Topicals: Rub creams, balms, or stick on patches where you hurt for relief without getting high.
• Edibles: Buy gummies and chocolate products from state-licensed dispensaries.
• Vapes and inhalers: Inhaled products approved September 2025 give you quick-acting symptom relief.

Texas banned smokable flower. Once your physician submits your prescription to the state system, shop online from licensed dispensaries offering delivery throughout Texas.

Your privacy is protected by law, and your medical marijuana card will not appear on standard employment or criminal background checks because the Texas medical marijuana registry is confidential and not publicly accessible. Your medical records and patient certification are protected under HIPAA, just like any other private health information, so your employer or landlord cannot access this when conducting background screenings. However, federal employment, certain government positions, or firearm licensing applications may ask about cannabis use due to conflicting federal laws.

Texas operates without a centralized patient registry for medical cannabis. Your doctor writes the prescription, dispensaries confirm eligibility through direct physician contact, and no state agency compiles a list of cardholders. This means standard firearm purchase background checks can’t access your medical cannabis status. The complication comes from federal regulations, where cannabis remains a Schedule I substance and Form 4473 requires disclosure of controlled substance use.

• State-level privacy protections apply: Texas law requires that your prescription information stays confidential between healthcare providers and dispensaries. No searchable government database exists.
• Federal restrictions override state permissions: ATF regulations classify any cannabis consumer as a prohibited purchaser, creating tension between your state-legal medicine and federal firearm rights.
• Legal consultation helps clarify your position: Many patients work with attorneys to understand how federal questions about substance use apply to their prescription status and timing of firearm purchases.

Your Texas medical marijuana card operates within Texas borders only, and federal law prohibits transporting cannabis across state lines regardless of your card status. Some states have reciprocity that recognizes out-of-state medical marijuana cards, allowing temporary purchase access at their dispensaries, but each state operates under different rules. Research the specific reciprocity before traveling to understand which legal protections apply in different states.

Yes. We work with state-licensed Texas medical marijuana doctors who are registered and approved to certify patients. You’ll be matched with an available doctor at your appointment time, and while you can’t pick a specific one, every doctor we work with is:

• Registered with the Texas Department of Public Safety Compassionate Use Registry
• Qualified to evaluate your condition and symptoms
• Ready to answer your questions about medical cannabis

If you need a doctor who speaks Spanish or have other needs, tell us before your appointment and we’ll try to match you.

Austin patients with MMJ cards have several options around the city, so you can find one close to you no matter which part of town you’re in. Here’s where people around ATX go for their medical marijuana.

Right in North Austin near The Domain or heading down Mopac, Texas Original is accessible from Mopac or Highway 183 near the Arboretum area. This Austin dispensary is known for having knowledgeable staff who’ll walk you through different options and a solid variety of products, which helps if you’re trying to figure out what works for your symptoms.

Down in South Austin near Slaughter Lane or heading down I-35 toward Buda, Goodblend South Austin (15800 South IH-35 Frontage Road) is right off I-35 near the William Cannon exit. People mention this place for having consistent product availability and staff who take time to answer questions, especially if you’re newer to using your card and want some guidance.

Over in East Austin near the Manor Road area or heading down Airport Boulevard, The High Co. is accessible from Manor Road or Highway 183. This spot is known for being patient-friendly and having a good selection of edibles and topicals, which helps if you need something specific for your condition.

And near Central Austin or heading down Lamar Boulevard, Mary Jae Wellness is accessible from Lamar or Mopac near the Highland area. They’re known for having a welcoming atmosphere and staff who focus on patient education, plus a good variety of flower and concentrates.

North Austin, South Austin, East Austin, or Central, you can find what you need around town. Call ahead to confirm they’ve got your products available before you make the trip.