Getting a Medical Certificate for Cannabis Use in Thailand

[RSD1]

From what I understand, getting a one-year cannabis patient card, a medical certificate, and a prescription in Thailand is a fairly straightforward process, and once obtained, these documents will allow you to legally purchase cannabis.

 

Several clinics in Thailand already offer this service, and some even handle the entire process online. The online route typically takes about a week for the documents to arrive by post, after you’ve submitted your paperwork and completed a short video recording. So in total, you’re probably looking at 10 to 14 days from start to finish.

 

The process itself seems simple. You fill out a few forms, provide a copy of your ID, and explain that you have a medical condition such as back pain, headaches, nausea, or trouble sleeping. That’s usually enough to qualify.

 

Here’s an example of what one clinic offers, based on a translation from Thai (though I’m not a fan of their requirement for a self-recorded video):

 

One-year patient smart card: 550 baht

 

Three-month medical certificate: 350 baht

 

Prescription for controlled herbal medicine (such as cannabis): 150 baht

Shipping fee: 50 baht (applies to all services)

Total cost is 1,100 baht.

 

To begin, you scan a LINE QR code to connect with the clinic and receive instructions, either by video or text. You’ll then be asked to record a short video clearly showing your face, stating your full name, age, health conditions, drug allergies, and symptoms. You’ll also submit a written summary of your symptoms and a photo of yourself holding your ID card or passport.

 

Once that’s done, the doctor sends you a QR code linking to a Google Form where you confirm your information and select the services you need. After submitting the form, the clinic prepares the documents and mails them out within five to seven business days.

[blaze master]

[gargamon]

Let it all shake out a while. I'm sure it will get easier and cheaper.

[SLOWHAND225]

150 baht for what ? A gram ? lol

This is a long way from done.

[RSD1]

10 minutes ago, SLOWHAND225 said:

150 baht for what ? A gram ? lol

This is a long way from done.

You need to get three things to be able to buy it legally for medical use.
 

You need to get a one year smart card that is registered with the government and says that you're permitted to use cannabis for medical reasons.
 

Then you need a medical certificate from the doctor which says that you are in need of cannabis for medical reasons and he will state the reasons in the certificate, which is then valid for 3 months.
 

And the 150 baht you are referring to is for the prescription so that you can go into a shop, hand them this document, and purchase cannabis from them. 
 

My understanding is that the prescription will only be valid for one month and, within that month, you can only use it one time I believe to buy a 30-day supply of cannabis from a shop. As far as I know, they haven't specified how much constitutes as a 30-day supply. So most likely you would be able to purchase whatever you want once you have all the paperwork sorted.

[zzzzz]

3 hours ago, RSD1 said:

From what I understand, getting a one-year cannabis patient card, a medical certificate, and a prescription in Thailand is a fairly straightforward process, and once obtained, these documents will allow you to legally purchase cannabis.

 

Several clinics in Thailand already offer this service, and some even handle the entire process online. The online route typically takes about a week for the documents to arrive by post, after you’ve submitted your paperwork and completed a short video recording. So in total, you’re probably looking at 10 to 14 days from start to finish.

 

The process itself seems simple. You fill out a few forms, provide a copy of your ID, and explain that you have a medical condition such as back pain, headaches, nausea, or trouble sleeping. That’s usually enough to qualify.

 

Here’s an example of what one clinic offers, based on a translation from Thai (though I’m not a fan of their requirement for a self-recorded video):

 

One-year patient smart card: 550 baht

 

Three-month medical certificate: 350 baht

 

Prescription for controlled herbal medicine (such as cannabis): 150 baht

Shipping fee: 50 baht (applies to all services)

Total cost is 1,100 baht.

 

To begin, you scan a LINE QR code to connect with the clinic and receive instructions, either by video or text. You’ll then be asked to record a short video clearly showing your face, stating your full name, age, health conditions, drug allergies, and symptoms. You’ll also submit a written summary of your symptoms and a photo of yourself holding your ID card or passport.

 

Once that’s done, the doctor sends you a QR code linking to a Google Form where you confirm your information and select the services you need. After submitting the form, the clinic prepares the documents and mails them out within five to seven business days.

seems expensive , the card good for a year but u need a new script every 30 days

"Then you need a medical certificate from the doctor which says that you are in need of cannabis for medical reasons and he will state the reasons in the certificate, which is then valid for 3 months.
And the 150 baht you are referring to is for the prescription so that you can go into a shop, hand them this document, and purchase cannabis from them. "

   why, these are one an the same  
Only card and script from clinic/Dr

local clinic i am sure will do them for 100-150 baht, same as one for a drivers license

Biggest drag is max 30 day supply, but whose to say how much one needs for 30 days   555

so my 10 baht gram costs now alot more  
 

[Mitkof Island]

Lets not forget none of this has been made into law yet if EVER ! Can I make a law today without a vote? I ban all booze from Thailand as of now because I say so.

[ricklev]

It may all be moot if that political player Anutin manages to snag the PM position or if his party is needed in the coalition government and that is not beyond the realm of possibility.

[Dan O]

2 hours ago, zzzzz said:

seems expensive , the card good for a year but u need a new script every 30 days

"Then you need a medical certificate from the doctor which says that you are in need of cannabis for medical reasons and he will state the reasons in the certificate, which is then valid for 3 months.
And the 150 baht you are referring to is for the prescription so that you can go into a shop, hand them this document, and purchase cannabis from them. "

   why, these are one an the same  
Only card and script from clinic/Dr

local clinic i am sure will do them for 100-150 baht, same as one for a drivers license

Biggest drag is max 30 day supply, but whose to say how much one needs for 30 days   555

so my 10 baht gram costs now alot more  
 

The prescription from the doctor will stipulate the amount per dose\day which will equate to a 30 day supply. Now none of this has been finalized so I wouldn't be to0 worried quite yet.

[RSD1]

8 hours ago, zzzzz said:

local clinic i am sure will do them for 100-150 baht, same as one for a drivers license

I'm not sure if local clinics will be authorized to issue the card and the government form needed for medical use cannabis. That's still unclear. 
 

8 hours ago, zzzzz said:

Biggest drag is max 30 day supply, but whose to say how much one needs for 30 days   555

I think the most important thing will be having the card to show you’re a legal medical cannabis user in case you’re ever questioned by authorities.

 

From what I understand, you’ll likely be able to purchase what you want from a shop, so it won’t necessarily be limited to a 30-day amount.

 

Also, I don’t think you’ll need to pay ฿150 for a new prescription every single month unless you plan to buy more that often. You probably just need a new prescription whenever you want to make another purchase. The one-year card is what makes it legal to possess and consume cannabis, so that’s likely to be the most important part. Getting the cannabis itself probably won’t be the hard part.

[RSD1]

6 hours ago, ricklev said:

It may all be moot if that political player Anutin manages to snag the PM position or if his party is needed in the coalition government and that is not beyond the realm of possibility.

Agreed. 👍🏼 

[RSD1]

6 hours ago, Mitkof Island said:

Let's not forget none of this has been made into law yet if EVER ! Can I make a law today without a vote? I ban all booze from Thailand as of now because I say so.

Most of this new legislation has already been published in the Royal Gazette. That means it's law already. Whether it's been approved by a parliamentary vote or not seems to be moot. I think the best hope we have is that they will flip-flop again and suddenly cancel this most recent legislation. 

[Burgo1979]

Is the medical card standard throughout thailand?, it can be used anywhere?

[KhunLA]

9 hours ago, zzzzz said:

so my 10 baht gram costs now alot more  

I don't the shops are selling it at 10 baht a gram.

 

it's decriminalized, so I'd just keep buying online, as in the past, if I ever needed again.  Not that I would ever indulge away from the house.

[zzzzz]

1 hour ago, KhunLA said:

I don't the shops are selling it at 10 baht a gram.

 

it's decriminalized, so I'd just keep buying online, as in the past, if I ever needed again.  Not that I would ever indulge away from the house.

my 2 go to online shops, have already informed me if a medical card and a RX are required they will ask for it 

As i see it , 75% or more of the dispensaries, ( especially those in tourists areas) will close down
tourists wont be bothered to get a card and script

[Mitkof Island]

9 hours ago, RSD1 said:

Most of this new legislation has already been published in the Royal Gazette. That means it's law already. Whether it's been approved by a parliamentary vote or not seems to be moot. I think the best hope we have is that they will flip-flop again and suddenly cancel this most recent legislation. 

Seems to be moot? Another new law they just made up?  Ever heard of lawsuits ?

[Mitkof Island]

9 hours ago, Burgo1979 said:

Is the medical card standard throughout thailand?, it can be used anywhere?

What medical card? 

[Burgo1979]

Err, the medical card that's being discussed in this thread.

[Burgo1979]

14 hours ago, RSD1 said:

think the most important thing will be having the card to show you’re a legal medical cannabis user in case you’re ever questioned by authorities.

the medical card thats being discussed in this topic

[henryford1958]

The stoners need not worry. All of these forms/requirements will be faked to ensure the gravy train keeps rolling.

[bamnutsak]

13 hours ago, zzzzz said:

As i see it , 75% or more of the dispensaries, ( especially those in tourists areas) will close down

 

MOPH/DTAM officials have been quoted saying 2,000 "Dispensaries" are the current target.

 

So that might be ~ 85% of the current shops will shutter.

 

Might be a good time to pick up a green-leafed neon sign for the man-cave?

[zzzzz]

FYI:
just got this from weed.th 

Introducing Thailands first Digital Medicinal Cannabis Card. A secure, digital, and verifiable way to access medicinal cannabis in Thailand. As of June 27, 2025, our system has been updated to comply with new regulations published in the Royal Gazette, with additional updates made on July 1, 2025. The card is now backed by a 30-day P.T.33 compliant prescription signed by licensed doctors specializing in Thai Traditional Medicine. Supported by WEED.TH, the prescription is accepted by all licensed dispensaries and clinics in Thailand. In the aim of supporting medicinal cannabis users, over 643+ Cannabis Dispensaries are offering up to 30% off of their retail price of cannabis for cardholders.

:-)


 

[TimBKK]

11 minutes ago, zzzzz said:

FYI:
just got this from weed.th 

Introducing Thailands first Digital Medicinal Cannabis Card. A secure, digital, and verifiable way to access medicinal cannabis in Thailand. As of June 27, 2025, our system has been updated to comply with new regulations published in the Royal Gazette, with additional updates made on July 1, 2025. The card is now backed by a 30-day P.T.33 compliant prescription signed by licensed doctors specializing in Thai Traditional Medicine. Supported by WEED.TH, the prescription is accepted by all licensed dispensaries and clinics in Thailand. In the aim of supporting medicinal cannabis users, over 643+ Cannabis Dispensaries are offering up to 30% off of their retail price of cannabis for cardholders.

🙂


 

Bit buried on the site

 

How much does a Medicinal Card Consultation cost?

Following regulatory updates in June 2025, the price for a consultation has been revised and now ranges from ฿200 to ฿500, depending on the clinic. This significant reduction from our previous pricing makes medicinal cannabis more accessible to Thai patients. This fee encompasses the consultation with a licensed Thai Traditional Medicine doctor, the issuance of a 30-day P.T. 33-compliant prescription, digital card creation, and participation in the Cannabis Card Network with ongoing support.

I wonder why the card expires after a month, thought they were supposed to be good for a year?

 

 

[Mitkof Island]

9 minutes ago, zzzzz said:

FYI:
just got this from weed.th 

Introducing Thailands first Digital Medicinal Cannabis Card. A secure, digital, and verifiable way to access medicinal cannabis in Thailand. As of June 27, 2025, our system has been updated to comply with new regulations published in the Royal Gazette, with additional updates made on July 1, 2025. The card is now backed by a 30-day P.T.33 compliant prescription signed by licensed doctors specializing in Thai Traditional Medicine. Supported by WEED.TH, the prescription is accepted by all licensed dispensaries and clinics in Thailand. In the aim of supporting medicinal cannabis users, over 643+ Cannabis Dispensaries are offering up to 30% off of their retail price of cannabis for cardholders.

🙂


 

Was there finally a vote in parliament ? So why bother with all these made up make believe laws? Ignore all the B.S. and focus on the current facts until there is a vote likely a series of them NOTHING has changed. I repeat NOTHING has changed!

[Lucky Bones]

Think you all need to roll a scoob & mellow out.🙃🙃

[TimBKK]

1 minute ago, Mitkof Island said:

Was there finally a vote in parliament ? So why bother with all these made up make believe laws? Ignore all the B.S. and focus on the current facts until there is a vote likely a series of them NOTHING has changed. I repeat NOTHING has changed!

sh*t has changed, obviously.  Vote?  lol, sure…as has already been stated, published in RG means law.  

[Will B Good]

Either the whole business model is about to collapse ....or doctors are going to become millionaires overnight.

 

Thai doctors may prescribe cannabis only under these conditions:

 

 

Medical necessity – Cannabis must be prescribed only when standard treatments have failed or caused severe side effects.

Approved conditions – Conditions eligible for cannabis treatment include (but are not limited to):

Chronic pain (e.g., cancer-related)

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

Epilepsy (especially in children, e.g., Dravet syndrome)

Multiple sclerosis (spasticity)

Parkinson’s disease

Palliative care (e.g., end-stage cancer or HIV)

Certain mental health disorders (case-by-case)

Prescribed by licensed professionals – Only doctors, dentists, or Thai traditional medicine practitioners who are licensed and trained in cannabis use can issue prescriptions.

 

Is It Only for Weak Medicinal Oils?

 

Not necessarily only “weak” oils, but:

Most legal medical cannabis products in Thailand are oils, tinctures, capsules, or topical products. These typically contain low to moderate levels of THC, with a higher emphasis on CBD for therapeutic effects.

Smokable cannabis or high-THC products are not legally prescribed in standard clinical settings.

The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) produces standardized cannabis oil with specific THC:CBD ratios (e.g., 1:1, 1:20) to be used under prescription.

[dinsdale]

There is of course an alternative and that is the black market for dope which disappeared but thanks to idiocy will now be back.

[Peter Crow]

On 7/10/2025 at 10:20 AM, ricklev said:

It may all be moot if that political player Anutin manages to snag the PM position or if his party is needed in the coalition government and that is not beyond the realm of possibility.

You saying a drug dealer could become PM? 

 

Didn't someone try that in Colombia?

[Mitkof Island]

Ain,t ever going to happen!