Get Your Texas Medical Marijuana Card Prescription With State-Licensed Doctors

To apply for a medical marijuana card in Texas, you need a valid Texas photo ID (such as a driver’s license or state ID), proof of Texas residency, and a prescription from a registered physician in the Compassionate Use Program. Your doctor will determine if you have a qualifying condition and then register you in the state’s Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT).

Documents and Information You’ll Need

• Valid Texas Photo ID: A current Texas driver’s license or state-issued ID card
• Proof of Residency: Your Texas ID typically serves as proof, but a utility bill or lease agreement may also work
• Medical Records: Documentation showing your diagnosis of a qualifying condition (such as epilepsy, cancer, PTSD, or chronic pain)
• Physician Prescription: Only doctors registered with the Compassionate Use Program can prescribe low-THC cannabis in Texas

You may qualify for a Texas medical marijuana card if you have a qualifying health condition and are a Texas resident. A registered doctor must evaluate you and decide if low-THC cannabis could help your specific situation.

• Residency: You must be a permanent Texas resident with proof like a Texas ID or driver’s license.
• Age: There is no minimum age, but minors need a legal guardian or caregiver to apply on their behalf.
• Qualifying Conditions: Texas accepts conditions including epilepsy, seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, spasticity, ALS, autism, terminal cancer, PTSD, and incurable neurodegenerative diseases.
• Doctor Requirement: You must be evaluated by a physician registered with the Compassionate Use Program who can prescribe low-THC cannabis.
• No Card Needed: Texas does not issue physical cards; your prescription is entered into a secure state registry that dispensaries can access.

Texas medical marijuana comes in several forms through the Compassionate Use Program. Here’s what you can get with a valid prescription.

• Low-THC oils: These contain up to 10mg THC per dose. You take them by mouth with a dropper or mix them into food.
• Capsules: Pre-measured doses you swallow like any other medication, which helps you stay consistent with your treatment.
• Tinctures: Liquid drops you place under your tongue for faster absorption than capsules or edibles.
• Topicals: Creams, balms, and patches you apply to your skin for localized relief without any psychoactive effects.
• Edibles: Gummies, chocolates, and other food products are available at licensed dispensaries.
• Vapes and inhalers: As of September 2025, inhaled products like medical vaporizers and inhalers are now legal, giving you faster relief options.

Texas does NOT allow smokable flower (the dry plant you would smoke). The state caps dosing at 10mg THC per dose and 1 gram total THC per package. All products must come from state-licensed dispensaries, and your doctor will specify which form works best for your condition.

Texas doesn’t have a state medical cannabis registry that tracks cardholders. You get your prescription from a licensed physician, and dispensaries verify your eligibility directly with your doctor. Since there’s no public database linking you to cannabis use, federal firearm background checks won’t flag your medical cannabis prescription. However, Form 4473 (the federal gun purchase form) asks if you’re an unlawful user of controlled substances, and cannabis remains federally illegal. This creates a legal gray area where you need to decide how to answer that question honestly.

• No state tracking system exists: Texas medical cannabis prescriptions stay between you, your doctor, and your dispensary. The state doesn’t maintain a searchable database of patients.
• Federal law still classifies cannabis as illegal: The ATF considers any cannabis user (medical or not) a prohibited person under federal gun laws, regardless of state programs.
• You make the final call on Form 4473: Some patients stop using cannabis before purchasing firearms, others consult attorneys about their specific situation. We can’t tell you how to answer federal forms, but we can confirm Texas won’t report your prescription.

Yes. At Elevate Holistics, we match you with a state-licensed, certified medical marijuana doctor based on availability and your appointment time. While patients can’t hand-pick a specific doctor, all of our physicians are:

• Registered with the Texas Department of Public Safety Compassionate Use Registry
• Trained in evaluating qualifying conditions like PTSD, cancer, and epilepsy
• Helpful and understanding when discussing your treatment options

If you prefer a doctor who speaks Spanish or need other accommodations, let us know before your appointment and we’ll do our best to match you.

Texas has a growing number of dispensaries where patients with MMJ cards can get legal access to cannabis products. Whether you’re in a major city or somewhere in between, here are four spots people rely on for quality products and staff who’ll help you figure out what works.

If you’re in Austin, head to The High Co Austin Lounge (440 E St Elmo Rd B-1), which sits just south of downtown off Interstate 35 near the St. Elmo neighborhood. This place is known for its curated selection of top-shelf flower and a lounge where you can learn about different strains. The staff takes time to walk you through options, which helps if you’re figuring out whether you need something for pain, sleep, or anxiety.

Over in Fort Worth, Thrive Apothecary (126 S Main St, Ste 100) sits right downtown near Sundance Square. What sets this spot apart is that it’s doctor-owned, so they focus on patient education and making sure you understand how different products might help your symptoms. They carry CBD, high-THC edibles, and flower, all tested for quality. If you want medical knowledge behind your cannabis choices, this place delivers.

Up in Denton, Wyatt Purp Dispensary (700 West Hickory Street) sits in the historic downtown area near the University of North Texas campus, just off Interstate 35E. They carry THCa flower, concentrates, edibles, and syrups, all Farm Bill-compliant and lab-tested. People come here for the selection and the staff’s willingness to explain differences between products. It’s a neighborhood dispensary with a local feel.

Down in Houston, Houston Cannabis Club (7055 Old Katy Rd, Ste D14) is near the Memorial area just off Interstate 10 close to the Galleria. This dispensary offers same-day delivery throughout Houston, helpful if driving across town feels like too much. They carry flower, edibles, and beverages with a reputation for reliable service and quality control.

So whether you’re near downtown Austin, in Fort Worth’s Stockyards, close to UNT in Denton, or around the Houston metro, you’ve got dependable Texas dispensaries to use your MMJ card without traveling hours. Call ahead to confirm hours and availability, but these four spots should keep you covered statewide.