How do I sign up for Federal COBRA or Cal-COBRA?

  • If you leave your job or your hours are cut, you should receive a notice that says you can enroll in Federal COBRA or Cal-COBRA. Within 60 days of the date of the notice, you must tell the health plan in writing that you want to enroll.
  • If you divorce, legally separate, or you can no longer be considered a dependent, you should tell the employer and the health plan to send you the forms you need. Within 60 days of being notified of your right to Federal COBRA or Cal-COBRA, you must tell the health plan in writing that you want to sign up for Federal COBRA or Cal-COBRA.
  • The health plan must then send you a notice that tells you how much the premium is and how to sign up.
  • Make sure you:
    • Send in the application form before the deadline.
    • Send it to the right place.
    • Send the right premium amount.
    • Meet the deadline for paying your premium.