Register for health insurance

I am settling in or returning to Québec

In general, when you settle in Québec, your health insurance coverage starts after a waiting period of up to 3 months after you register. However, under certain conditions, you could be exempt from the waiting period.

Requested documents

You must attach all the required documents in PDF or image format (JPG). The list of documents will be specified according to the answers provided in the registration form. You are required to have any documents in a language other than French or English translated at your cost.

Examples of documents requested according to your situation

• Proof of Canadian citizenship (valid Canadian passport, birth certificate, copy of an act of birth or certificate of Canadian citizenship)
• Permanent Resident Card or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR)
• Québec Selection Certificate (CSQ)
• Certificate of coverage under your country’s social security plan, if you are from a country that has signed a social security agreement with Québec
• Document proving the date of release from the Canadian Armed Forces or the posting instructions in Québec

Complete the form