Summary of Health Insurance Options for Immigrants in NYC

Immigrants in New York have more health insurance options than in many other states. Applying for health insurance won't affect your immigration status or application for status. Your immigration status won't be shared with federal immigration authorities.

View our Guide to Health Care and Health Insurance for Immigrants in New York

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Get Help to Apply

You can get free, in-person help from someone in your community to understand your health insurance options and apply. You can get help in your language.

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Low-Cost Health Care

If you can't get health insurance, you can still get affordable health care in NYC. Learn more about your options for low-cost care.

*NYC Human Resources Administration Department of Social Services