How to Renew Your Connecticut Medical Marijuana Card in 2026
Connecticut patients renew their medical marijuana cards through the state’s online Medical Marijuana Registration System (Biznet) by updating their certification and registration before it expires. The process is fully digital and keeps you legally protected to purchase medical cannabis from licensed Connecticut dispensaries.
Who Can Renew a Connecticut Medical Marijuana Card
- Must hold a current or recently expired Connecticut medical marijuana registration card.
- Must be a legal resident of Connecticut with valid state‑issued ID and proof of Connecticut address (driver’s license, state ID, or other accepted documents).
- Must still be under the care of a Connecticut‑licensed physician, APRN, or PA registered with the Medical Marijuana Program who can recertify you.
- Must continue to meet the state’s medical marijuana program requirements, as confirmed by your healthcare provider.
Connecticut MMJ Card Renewal Timeline
- Your medical marijuana certification duration is set by your provider and may be 6 months, 1 year, 18 months, or up to 2 years under Connecticut Public Act No. 25‑101.
- Historically, patients were recertified every year; now providers can choose a longer certification window, but you must renew before your current certification expires to avoid a lapse.
- The earliest you can be recertified and start renewal is typically 30 days before your registration expiration; the state system opens the renewal option in this window.
- Once your recertification and renewal are submitted, approvals are usually processed within about 48–72 hours, and updated digital cards are issued in the online system.
Step‑By‑Step Connecticut Medical Marijuana Card Renewal
- Schedule a Recertification Visit with a CT Provider:
Book an in‑person or telehealth visit with a Connecticut‑licensed physician, APRN, or PA registered in the Medical Marijuana Program. Your provider must reassess your condition and issue a new medical marijuana certification. - Your Provider Updates the State System:
After your visit, your provider completes their portion of the renewal online in the Connecticut medical marijuana registration system, confirming that you remain under their care and still qualify. - Log In to the CT Medical Marijuana Registration Portal:
Go to the state registration system (Biznet) through the Department of Consumer Protection’s Medical Marijuana Program portal and sign in to your existing patient profile. - Complete Your Online Renewal Application:
In your profile, select the renewal option once it appears, then:- Provide a valid photo ID
- Upload proof that you still live in Connecticut
- Review and update any information that has changed (address, email, phone, caregiver details)
- Complete the required certifications at the end of the application (acknowledgements and attestations)
- Pay the State Renewal Fee (Now $0):
As of July 1, 2023, Connecticut no longer charges a state renewal fee; the registration renewal itself is free, though your provider charges a separate recertification visit fee. Some clinics list prior state fees (e.g., $100), but current guidance confirms a $0 state fee for renewing the card. - Receive Your Updated Digital Card:
Once the program reviews and approves your renewal, a new medical marijuana registration card is generated in the system with an updated expiration date. You can log in to download and print your card or store a digital copy for use at Connecticut dispensaries.
Renewing a Caregiver Registration in Connecticut
- Designated caregivers must also renew their registrations through the same online medical marijuana system when the patient’s registration is renewed.
- Caregiver renewals require updated ID, proof of Connecticut residency, and confirmation that they are still linked to the registered patient.
- Only caregivers with an active Connecticut registration may legally purchase or possess medical marijuana on behalf of a registered patient.