No, physical cards are completely optional. You only need a digital Written Certification from a registered doctor and a state ID to enter dispensaries. Getting a medical marijuana card in Virginia Beach is honestly simpler than most people think. You talk to a licensed Virginia doctor — an actual conversation, not a checkbox form — and they figure out whether your condition qualifies. Things like chronic pain, PTSD, Crohn's, severe anxiety, and several others are covered under state law. If you're approved, registration with the state happens the same day. There's no requirement to come into a clinic in Virginia Beach; the whole evaluation runs online. Doctors here have handled hundreds of these evaluations and know exactly what the state looks for. No approval, no fee. See if you're a fit — the consultation is fast with ReThink Rx at $99.