Health Coverage for Noncitizens

Noncitizens who have an eligible immigration status and meet all other eligibility requirements, such as having household income below the eligibility limit, may qualify for free health coverage from Virginia Medicaid or FAMIS.

- - Children under age 19 must be lawfully residing to be eligible for Medicaid. This means that they have a current visa or status. Children who have applied for asylum or a special immigrant juvenile may also meet Medicaid and FAMIS noncitizen eligibility rules.
  - Pregnant individuals may be eligible for Virginia Medicaid or FAMIS regardless of their immigration status.
  - Nonpregnant adults must meet more restrictive immigration status rules to qualify. These rules are set to change October 1, 2026.

Learn more about these changes:

Emergency Services

Noncitizens who do not have an eligible immigration status, but meet all Medicaid eligibility rules, may still be able to get Medicaid coverage for emergency services. Legally residing noncitizens who are not eligible for Medicaid because of their immigration status may also be eligible for health coverage through Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace.

Ready to apply? Learn more and complete an application: Apply

For questions about Medicaid or FAMIS coverage or help completing an application, call Cover Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at  1-855-242-8282 (TTY: 1-888-221-1590).