Help for Immigrants


I Was Born Outside the US, What Help Can I Get?

Depending on your income and immigration status you may be eligible for programs that help with health care, housing, food, and more. 

Learn more in our guide: 

English | Français | Español | Português | Lingála | عربى

    Benefits for Asylum Seekers Who are Waiting for a Work Permit

    If you have applied for asylum and have a receipt from the federal government (USCIS) with your A number, OR If you had a work permit, that work permit has expired, and you are waiting for a new work permit to be issued, then you may be eligible for help with things like health care, housing, food, and more. 

    Read our guide: 

    English (other languages coming soon) 


      New MaineCare coverage for immigrants

      Starting July 1, 2022, people with qualifying income who are under the age of 21 or who are pregnant are eligible to receive full MaineCare benefits, regardless of their immigration status!

      • Read more in our guide: 
        English | Français | Español | Português | Soomaali | Lingála
         
      • If you already have Emergency MaineCare and you’re under 21 or pregnant, you will automatically be enrolled in the new full coverage. If you have Emergency MaineCare and then become pregnant, it’s important to notify the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as soon as possible.
         
      • If you don’t have Emergency MaineCare, you can apply for MaineCare online at My Maine Connection or download the application here and send it to DHHS.

        Documented immigrants are eligible for some public benefits, depending on factors such as immigration status and age. If your household includes any family member born in the United States that can make you eligible for some supports.