Who Can Buy — Insurance On The Exchange

To buy health insurance on the Health Insurance Marketplace (also called the "exchange"), you must meet three primary eligibility requirements: You must live in the United States.

You must be a U.S. citizen or national, or be a lawfully present non-citizen (such as a green card holder or someone with a valid work visa). Incarceration Status: You cannot be currently incarcerated. Who Often Uses the Exchange? who can buy insurance on the exchange

As of recent guidelines, individuals with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status may no longer be considered "lawfully present" for the purpose of Marketplace eligibility in some contexts. To buy health insurance on the Health Insurance

people, including freelancers and contractors. Unemployed individuals seeking coverage between jobs. Early retirees who are not yet old enough for Medicare. Who is Generally Ineligible? who can buy insurance on the exchange