Québec has concluded agreements with certain countries, thereby making it easier to access health insurance during a temporary stay (work, studies) or a following a permanent departure.
You must be present in Québec to remain eligible for the Health Insurance Plan.
Place your order online for free information pamphlets on the Health Insurance Plan, the Public Prescription Drug Insurance Plan and various programs.
In certain situations (such as studies, work, 7-year exception), you may be absent from Québec 183 days or more in a calendar year and still remain eligible for health insurance.
A private prescription drug insurance plan is either a group insurance plan administered by a private company or an employee benefit plan.
The public plan covers the prescription drugs on the List of Medications that are prescribed by a health professional and, in most cases, purchased in Québec.
Several services available at pharmacies are covered by the Public Prescription Drug Insurance Plan. Find out the services available with or without a fee.
RAMQ applies legal and control measures in order to fulfil its mission toward citizens and health professionals.
Guided by values of fairness, integrity and respect, RAMQ contributes responsibly to the performance of the Québec health network.
You can apply for a reimbursement with your pharmacist for the cost of purchased medications that are usually covered.
