Can applicants apply for Medicaid for their child(ren) if they are not legal US Citizens?

Yes, however, in order to receive benefits a person must be a legal US resident. A non-citizen can apply for their child(ren) if they are legal US citizens. Applying for Medicaid will not affect a person immigration status.

Illegal immigrants or non-citizens can apply for month-to-month emergency Medicaid. They must meet all Medicaid or TANF requirements except for citizenship.

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