Online application tips

Stuck on your application or don't know how to answer a question? These application tips can help.

Gather documents before you start

You may need Social Security numbers, proof of income (recent pay stubs or last year’s tax return), and immigration documents if applicable. You can save your progress and return to finish later.

Know who to include in your household

Include people whose income or situation affects each other — not just anyone you live with.

People not included can file a separate application for their own coverage.

✓ INCLUDE ✗ DO NOT INCLUDE
  • Yourself
  • Your spouse
  • Your children under 19 who live with you
  • Anyone on your tax return, even if they don't live with you
  • Others under 19 you care for who live with you
  • Roommates with no shared family or tax relationship
  • An unmarried partner if you have no children together and don't file taxes together
  • Others you live with but don't file taxes with and aren't your spouse or children

You will get a decision quickly

Most applications completed online receive an eligibility result in real time. In some cases, staff may need more information to complete your determination.

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