How to Apply

Choose the path that works best for you. For most Minnesotans, getting help makes the process faster and less stressful.

Apply with Free Help

Best For: People with complex family or income situations. Anyone who wants an expert to double-check their work.

The Benefit: MNsure-certified navigators simplify the process. They can walk you through the application from start to finish, at no cost to you.

Expert Support: Navigators are trained professionals who work at trusted community organizations. Many speak languages other than English.

Find an Assister

Best For: People who are comfortable using a computer and have their documents ready.

The Benefit: It is fast, available 24/7 and gives you immediate results.

Self-Service: You create your own account, upload your own files and pick your plan—at your own pace.

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In limited cases, you may need to use a paper application. A MNsure-certified assister can tell you if that's the right path.

Having this information ready will help you finish your application in one sitting.

Birth Dates: For you and anyone in your household, even if they’re not applying

Social Security Numbers: For anyone who has one
Driver’s license, Tribal ID or other identification
Employer Info: Employer's name, address and phone number.
Income Info: Recent pay stubs, W-2 form and your most recent tax return. Documents for other sources of income like social security or unemployment.
Current Health Coverage: Information about any insurance you have now. Learn more about what plans count as minimum essential coverage
Job-based Insurance: You’ll need to report any employer-sponsored health insurance, even if the person applying is not enrolled in it. Ask your employer for help filling out the Appendix A: Health Coverage from Jobs form (PDF).

ID Numbers: If you are not a U.S. citizen, have your SEVIS ID or alien number (A-number) ready.
Immigration Papers: Have your Green Card, work permit, or other visa handy.

Most people find that meeting with a MNsure-certified assister saves them hours of work later.