Nova Scotia MSI Health Card Application Guide
The Nova Scotia Health Insurance Program (MSI) is administered by the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness. To be covered for insured healthcare services, you need to apply for a Health Card.
Documents Needed
When applying, you must provide supporting documents proving you are legally entitled to remain in Canada and your current civic address.
Eligibility
Check the official eligibility page to see if you or your dependants qualify.
Renewal
Renew your Health Card before it expires. You can renew anytime within 3 months before expiry.
Updating Information
Notify MSI of any changes to your personal information.
Address Consent and Dependant Primary Contact
- Authorize your spouse or common-law partner to update your address.
- Change the primary contact for dependants aged 18 or younger (one adult must be registered).
- Revoke address consent if needed.
Waiting Period When Moving to Nova Scotia
There may be a waiting period before you become eligible for coverage when moving from another province, territory, or country.
Covered Services
See official page for what is and isn't covered.
Travel and Moving
- Within Canada: submit the Within Canada Services Claim Form for reimbursement.
- Outside Canada: submit the Outside of Canada Emergency Services Claim Form for emergency inpatient services.
- Moving away: coverage changes; see official page.
- Temporary absence: may affect coverage.
Pre-approval and Cost Assistance
- Written pre-approval is required for medical services outside Nova Scotia.
- The Out of Province Travel and Accommodation Cost Assistance Program helps with travel costs for pre-approved services.
Appeals
You can appeal decisions about coverage, claims, or eligibility.
Forms
All forms are available on the official forms page.
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