Who can apply
Household income, residency, age and pregnancy affect eligibility. Immigration rules differ by category; use DHS’s current noncitizen guidance.
What help is available
Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare offer health coverage at little or no cost. MinnesotaCare premiums and copays can apply.
Documents to prepare
- Household and income information.
- Existing insurance details.
- Requested identity and eligibility records.
How to get started
Choose the application
Visit DHS online access. Individuals under 65 and families use Resident login; separate links serve older, blind, disabled or long-term-care applicants.
Submit and save
Create the appropriate account, complete the application and save its confirmation.
Respond to verification
Read requests from the agency and send the requested records.
After applying
Review the decision and coverage start date; report changes and complete renewals as directed.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Is MNbenefits the health application?
Use DHS’s health-care application route.
Do older applicants use the same route?
DHS provides separate application links.
Are income limits the same for everyone?
No. Age, pregnancy and household circumstances matter.
Does applying mean coverage starts immediately?
Read the agency’s decision and start date.
Sources and review
Content checked October 1, 2026 using DHS health application and eligibility; MNsure application routes. Current eligibility and the final decision remain with the program.
Historical screenshots: source reference.