Health Insurance by Situation
What is the best health insurance for immigrants?
Immigrants can get health insurance in the United States. Legal immigrants (green card holders, visa holders) can enroll in ACA marketplace plans. Some immigrants may qualify for Medicaid. Undocumented immigrants are not eligible for ACA plans or Medicaid.
Key Points
- Legal immigrants: can enroll in ACA marketplace plans
- Green card holders: eligible for ACA plans and Medicaid (after 5 years)
- Visa holders: eligible for ACA plans
- Undocumented immigrants: not eligible for ACA plans or Medicaid
- An independent agent can help immigrants find health insurance