Kid Aging out of Parental Coverage, How Do They Get Coverage After 26?
My son will turn 26 on April 29, 2015. Must he enroll in Obamacare by February 15th, or can he wait until May 1st (or April 30 when he will be actually be 26?
Answer
On your child's 26th birthday they qualify for a 60 day Special Enrollment period where they can sign up for coverage in the Marketplace. Apply early to avoid coverage gaps.