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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

Not confirmed or subject to limits

  • Since January 2026, some adults cannot newly enroll in full coverage because of immigration status; consult current rules and exceptions.
  • Individual eligibility or coverage is not determined; changes are announced for 2027.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
Evidence for this review

This review does not guarantee eligibility, funding, admission, or every statement on the linked website.

Health & public benefitsProgramState program · CA

California Department of Health Care Services

California Medi-Cal

Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible people.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Apply through BenefitsCal, Covered California or the county office by phone, mail or in person.

  1. 01

    Apply through BenefitsCal, Covered California or the county office by phone, mail or in person.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

California residents.

  • CA

What it offers

Medical care and other services within the approved coverage scope.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Depends on income, household and category; some pathways assess assets. Immigration status can limit new adult enrollment.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Verification status
Reviewed with limitations
Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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