When you move to a new state, your coverage options will change. You may no longer be eligible for your current plan and new plans, prices, and savings may be available. It’s very important to report moves as soon as possible, so you don’t have a break in coverage and enroll in a plan you’re eligible for in your new state.
What should I do if I move to a new state?
You need to create a new application. How you’ll apply depends on whether your new state uses HealthCare.gov or its own Marketplace website. Here’s how to get started:
- If you’re on the “Moving to a new state” page, select the green CONTINUE button. If you’re on the “Review & update your 2019 application” page, select the blue START A NEW STATE APPLICATION button.
- Select the year you want coverage for and your new state. Select the green APPLY OR RENEW button to start a new application on HealthCare.gov.
- If your new state isn’t in the state drop-down menu, you’ll use your new state’s website, not HealthCare.gov. To do this:
- Click on the “Find your State’s website” link below the drop-down menus.
- You’ll be taken to a new page. Select the name of your state.
- Select the link under your new state’s name to go to the website where you’ll apply.
Plans in your new state
After you finish your application for your new state, you’ll see plans and prices available to you.
- Since you’ve moved to a new state, you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. This means you can enroll in a plan in your new state any time of year, without a break in coverage. On your new application, be sure to indicate that you’ve moved. In most cases, you’ll have 60 days from your move date to enroll. Act as soon as possible so your new coverage starts on time.
- If you’re asked to prove your eligibility for a Special Enrollment Period due to your move, you’ll need to submit documents, like a copy of a lease or rental agreement, to the Marketplace as soon as possible. Your eligibility notice tells you what documents to submit and your deadline.