FAQ
Every question, answered.
Buying, taxes, limits, where to use it, cars, travel and how this guide works.
Updated October 2026
Do I need a medical card to buy cannabis in Chicago?
No. Adults 21 and older can buy at adult-use dispensaries with a valid government-issued photo ID.
Can visitors from out of state buy cannabis in Chicago?
Yes, with a valid government-issued photo ID showing they are 21 or older. A passport works.
How much can an Illinois resident possess?
30 grams of flower, 5 grams of concentrate and 500 mg of THC in infused products.
How much can a visitor possess?
15 grams of flower, 2.5 grams of concentrate and 250 mg of THC in infused products.
What taxes will I pay?
Illinois excise tax of 10%, 20% or 25% depending on the product, plus Chicago's 10.5% sales tax and 3% city and 3% Cook County cannabis taxes.
Where can I use cannabis?
In a private residence where the owner allows it. Not in any public place, not in a vehicle, and not near anyone under 21.
How do I carry it in a car?
In a sealed, odor-proof, child-resistant container while the vehicle is moving.
Can I fly with cannabis?
No. It is illegal under federal law, and transporting it outside Illinois is unlawful.
How long do edibles take?
Illinois labels warn that intoxication from edibles may be delayed 2 or more hours.
What is the edible THC limit?
100 mg per package, split into 10 mg servings.
Can I grow my own?
Only registered medical cannabis patients can grow at home in Illinois.
How are shops picked for this guide?
We pick shops worth the trip and recheck every listing each month. Featured partners pay for placement and are always labeled.
Does this site sell cannabis?
No. We are an independent directory. We do not sell cannabis.
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