Application Process

In order to apply for Covered CA, Medi-Cal or Medicare you will need to provide the following information:

• Proof of address, such as a utility bill or rental agreement with your current name and address listed.
• Proof of income such as:
• Recent paycheck stub; previous year’s federal income tax return; written statement from your employer stating gross monthly income and when it was earned
• Persons paid in cash may complete and sign a form stating income and when it was earned; OR
• Self-employed people may use the previous year’s federal income tax return with Schedule C.
• Birth certificates for all individuals applying
• Applicant’s ID: California Driver’s License or Matricula Consular Mexicana
• Social Security Cards for everyone who is applying for coverage or ITIN
• If Pregnant, proof of pregnancy must be provided

If you were born outside of the United States you must provide your Legal Permanent Residents (LPR) Card. If you are a Naturalized United States citizen you must provide your U.S. Passport or citizenship certificate.