Does Florida Accept Out-of-State Medical Marijuana Cards? [2025 Update] 

What is Marijuana Reciprocity?

Medical marijuana reciprocity refers to whether a state allows out-of-state MMJ patients to legally use or purchase medical marijuana within its borders. 

Essentially, it’s the ability to use your MMJ card in a different state than the one where it was issued. 

Some states recognize out-of-state MMJ cards and offer limited access, but others require you to get a new MMJ card with validity only in the destination state. Even in states that do offer marijuana reciprocity, the rules can vary. 

For instance, some states allow you to carry your out-of-state card and use medical marijuana while traveling without being charged, but that does not mean you can purchase marijuana from their dispensaries.

Because medical marijuana laws can vary so much from one state to another, it’s vital to understand and be aware of the local regulations before traveling there. 

Even with a valid medical marijuana card, you could be breaking the law if you:

• Possess more medical marijuana than permitted;
• Grow more medical marijuana than permitted;
• Fail to register your medical marijuana card with the appropriate authority;
• Distribute or share medical marijuana with those who don’t have an MMJ card;
• Consume or distribute marijuana in prohibited areas;
• Possess an illegal type of marijuana. 

Does Florida Accept Out-of-State Medical Cards in 2025?

Currently, there is no medical marijuana reciprocity in Florida, meaning the state does not accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards.

However, it does allow seasonal residents to apply for registry cards.

Let’s take a look at how seasonal residents can apply for a Florida medical marijuana card. 

How Seasonal Residents Can Get a Florida Medical Marijuana Card

Seasonal residents are individuals who have lived in Florida for more than 30 consecutive days and meet the criteria to apply for a medical marijuana card. To qualify, they must be diagnosed with one of the qualifying medical conditions listed above.

Here is the list of documents you will need to prove that you are a seasonal resident in Florida:

• Current utility bill;
• Mail from a government agency from the past two months;
• A deed or mortgage to a property owned in Florida;
• A lease for a property you rent in Florida. 

The process is similar to applying for a regular resident card and includes an evaluation by a certified physician. Once approved, your card will allow you to purchase medical marijuana legally from licensed dispensaries in Florida, ensuring you can access treatment even during your extended stays.

For more information on getting medical cards in Florida, visit our FAQ page. 

Can I Travel to Florida From Other States With MMJ?

Traveling with medical marijuana remains legally complex in 2025. 

CBD products containing less than 0.3% THC are federally legal and permitted in both carry-on and checked baggage, provided they comply with TSA regulations.

But, it’s not as easy when it comes to medical marijuana. 

Although medical cannabis is now legal in most states, federal law still classifies it as a Schedule I controlled substance. So, while the TSA will not actively search your luggage for marijuana, if they find it, they are required to report it to the local law enforcement authorities. 

In most instances, law enforcement officers will return your medical marijuana if everything is in order. 

To avoid legal issues, it’s best not to carry medical marijuana when traveling to Florida. However, if you choose to bring it, make sure to carry your valid medical marijuana card to prove you’re a registered patient.

When traveling by road, remember that marijuana in all forms is still a Schedule 1 controlled substance and transporting it across state lines is a federal crime. Just don’t do it.  

States That Accept Out-of-State Medical Marijuana Cards [2025]

While Florida does not accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards, several other states do through their reciprocity laws. 

These states include: 

Arizona

There is limited reciprocity for “visiting qualified patients” in a state like Arizona. 

To qualify as a visiting patient, you need to have your out-of-state medical marijuana card, live outside Arizona, or have only lived in Arizona for less than 30 days.

Your qualifying condition must also be a condition that meets the requirements of the Arizona medical card. With your out-of-state card, you can purchase up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis from a dispensary in Arizona every two weeks. 

Arkansas

You can legally purchase medical marijuana in Arkansas with your out-of-state card once you fill out the visiting patient form and provide proof of your out-of-state medical marijuana registration.

You can buy up to 2.5 ounces from a dispensary in Arkansas every 14 days if the state approves you. 

Washington D.C

Washington D.C. allows out-of-state cards but only for certain states with medical marijuana programs.

These states include Florida, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington. 

Maine

Maine allows medical marijuana patients from Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Washington DC.

Patients from these states can purchase medical marijuana from any of Maine’s medical dispensaries with a proper ID. 

Michigan 

In Michigan, certified medical marijuana patients from out of state may purchase medical marijuana by presenting their valid patient I.D. However, dispensaries have the discretion to decide whether or not they will recognize an out-of-state medical marijuana card.

Montana

Montana has reciprocity with other states for medical marijuana use. However, Montana does not currently border any state that has authorized medical marijuana use.

It means you cannot legally bring cannabis from any state to Montana without breaking federal laws of drug trafficking.