How to get insurance through the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace

You usually must enroll by December 15 for coverage to start on New Year's Day.

Be a U.S. citizen or be "lawfully present" (e.g., green card, certain visas). No Incarceration: Not be currently incarcerated.

Most people can only sign up during the , which typically runs from November 1 to January 15 .

Below is a guide to the enrollment process, eligibility, and choosing the right plan.