Jan 1, 2024: Medi-Cal for All

• Starting in 2024, all low-income California residents may qualify for full-scope Medi-Cal, regardless of age or immigration status. Apply here.

• Getting Medi-Cal does not affect immigration status. *(unless used for long-term, institutional care, like a nursing home)

It has been a year since the Biden Administration Public Charge regulation became effective.  https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/dhss-public-charge-final-rule-goes-into-effect-on-dec-23

• The regulation confirms that getting CalFresh or Medi-Cal** does not affect your immigration options. **(unless used for long-term, institutional care, like a nursing home)
• For additional information on immigrants and benefits, refer to our Guide: https://keepyourbenefits.org/en/na/use-the-guide

May 1, 2023: Keep Your Medi-Cal

If you had Medi-Cal during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, Medi-Cal renewals are no longer automatic.

• Look for renewal papers in the mail from your county.
• If you’ve moved, make sure the county has your current contact information.

Want to renew your Medi-Cal?

• Complete your renewal forms when you receive them,
• Contact your county social services agency, or
• Renew online at: dhcs.ca.gov

Getting Medi-Cal does not affect immigration status.*

• Use the Guide: keepyourbenefits.org/en/ca/use-the-guide

California residents, ages 0-25 years & 50+ years, may qualify for full-scope Medi-Cal  regardless of immigration status. Starting 2024, California residents of any age may qualify for full-scope Medi-Cal.

*(unless used for long-term, institutional care)