To be eligible to enroll in health coverage through the Marketplace, you: Must live in the United States. Must be a U.S. citizen or national (or be lawfully present). Learn about eligible immigration statuses.

Who is eligible for HealthCare marketplace?

To be eligible to enroll in Marketplace Health Insurance, you must live in the U.S., be a U.S. citizen or national (or be lawfully present), and not be incarcerated. If you have Medicare coverage, you’re not eligible to use the Marketplace to buy a health or dental plan.

How does health marketplace work?

A health insurance exchange, also called marketplace, is where you can buy a health insurance plan for individuals and families. Exchanges were set up by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. They make it easier to see what plans are available in an area, compare them, and make a purchase.

How do I enroll in Marketplace health insurance?

How to Enroll and Get Answers to Your Questions

1. Visit HealthCare.gov to apply for benefits through the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace or you’ll be directed to your state’s health insurance marketplace website.
2. Contact the Marketplace Call Center.
3. Find a local center to apply or ask questions in person.

Can you get health insurance through the marketplace?

Through the Health Insurance Marketplace. You can apply and enroll through the Marketplace whether or not you qualify for lower costs based on your income. Do I Have to Use the Marketplace To Get a Marketplace Plan? The only way to get a marketplace plan or cost assistance is through your state’s Health Insurance Marketplace.

Where do I go to shop for health insurance?

The Health Insurance Marketplace ®, or Exchange, is an online shopping center based at HealthCare.gov. It’s where to go to apply for coverage, find out if you qualify for savings, and make changes to your health plan. Visit to find out if your state uses the federal Marketplace or a state based Marketplace.

Where do I go to apply for health insurance?

Apply for and enroll in Marketplace plans through the website of an approved enrollment partner, such as an insurance company or online health insurance seller. Use HealthCare.gov to apply online. If you’re new to HealthCare.gov, create an account. If you already have one, just log in.

When do I get my health insurance statement?

Health care insurance purchased through the Marketplace. If you purchased health care insurance through the Marketplace, you should receive a Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statement, at the beginning of the tax filing season.