Select either the 1st or the 15th of the month. You must select a date within the next 90 days.
If you currently have health coverage, we strongly recommend that you maintain your current coverage. The specific effective date you request is subject to underwriting and approval of your application, and we strongly recommend you allow 60-75 days for underwriting. This will help ensure that your application is processed before you surrender your present insurance and will prevent you from being required to pay for two policies.
Later in the application process you will be given the option to allow GeoBlue to assign your Effective Date. If you choose this option, your effective date will assigned as either the 1st or the 15th of the month following the approval of your application.
REQUESTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE DOES NOT GUARANTEE UNDERWRITING TO BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE DATE REQUESTED.
Please indicate the applicable 5 digit zip code on the quoting tool to confirm eligibility.
What zip code applies when applying from overseas?
The Washington D.C. zip code that applies is 20036.
Policies for U.S. citizens abroad are issued through the Global Citizens Association office in Washington D.C. When you apply for coverage you become a member of the Association.
What zip code applies when you apply in the U.S.?
Please indicate the zip code in your home area or employers address.
If you are keeping your U.S. Primary Health Plan active during the entirety of your travel abroad, you are eligible for our simplified underwriting process which asks fewer medical questions and could have a shorter decision turnaround time.