After you leave your employer

You will lose your eligibility for membership in the Health Insurance Association after you leave your employer. Join the appropriate medical care insurance system based on your needs and circumstances.

Return any cards and certificates when you leave your employer

Caution

The health insurance card (or Eligibility Verification Certificate) will become invalid on the date of loss of eligibility. If a former Association member uses an invalid card or certificate by mistake, we may demand a refund of any medical care costs paid by the Health Insurance Association at a later date.

If you wish to remain a member of the Health Insurance Association

Click here for the procedures to become a Voluntarily and Continuously Insured Person.

*Japanese version only

I want a certificate for joining National Health Insurance or other health insurance plan.