Covered California is a free service from the state of California that connects Californians with brand-name health insurance under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It’s the only place …

You can get health insurance through Covered California regardless of income if you’re a California resident and a citizen, or you have satisfactory immigration status.

After entering your information, you will find out if you qualify for tax credits to buy a Covered California health plan or if you qualify for free or low-cost Medi-Cal.

Open enrollment happens during the fall. If you’ve recently experienced a qualifying life event, you can enroll at any time of the year. Medi-Cal enrollment is also year round.

Covered CaliforniaTime to renew your Medi-Cal? Go to BenefitsCal or contact your county office to speed up the process.

Provides free personalized help when you are ready to apply and enroll in health and dental plans. Certified Enrollment Counselors are certified by Covered California to help you during and after …

Know the basics about how Covered California works? Take a deeper dive into your plan options and the application process in this section.

Oct 20, 2025 · Open enrollment for Covered California runs annually from November 1 through January 31. You can buy health insurance or change your existing health plan for the upcoming year at any …

Your health insurance plan cannot be canceled because you are sick or injured. All plans include free preventive care. Young adults can be covered under their parents’ plan until the age of 26. All private …

Get special information as a Covered California member on how to use your plan, report a change to your account, and pay your premium.