When to Buy Health Insurance

People who want to get health insurance must wait for specific times of the year to sign up.

If you are leaving an employer plan or another health insurance program, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

Or you can take advantage of Open Enrollment each fall.

If you're not sure how to apply or how much it costs, look through our Enrollment Guide.

Open Enrollment Period

Each year, you have an opportunity to enroll in a new or change health insurance plans. The Open Enrollment Period begins November 1 and ends December 15.

Learn more about Open Enrollment.

Special Enrollment Period

If you had an important life-changing event, you might qualify to change or enroll in health insurance during a Special Enrollment Period.

If you do not qualify, you can join a new health insurance plan during the Open Enrollment Period.

Enrollment Tips

Once you decide to sign up for a new health insurance plan, review our Enrollment Guide.

Find out how to apply for health insurance, the cost, and what information you will need.

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