Posted on: 29-11-06 08:33:10
Hi,
I had a small query regarding the OHIP and the health card.
I have gone through all the information available on the Internet about OHIP.
Following are the conditions for availing facilities under OHIP:
- Three months waiting period (in Toronto)
- Minimum period of 183 days stay in the province
My specific questions:
- Can I be outside the country / during the 3 month waiting period? Will I still get the coverage when I return?
- How do they keep track of the minimum residence of 183 days? If I come back after 3 months will I still be eligible for the same?
Please note that I am not trying to 'Beat the System'. I am just looking up to Senior Desis to help me understand the fine print.
Please note: I have not landed, but I hope to land in Jan. I will permanently move only after 6 months.
Regards
V.
You cannot be outside the country during the 3 months waiting period.
They keep track of 183 days presence by auditing you and asking for your passport to look at entry/departure stamps and proof of rent/utilities etc.
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Originally posted by yellowknife
You cannot be outside the country during the 3 months waiting period.
They keep track of 183 days presence by auditing you and asking for your passport to look at entry/departure stamps and proof of rent/utilities etc.
You can be outside the country, subject to: (as stated on the MOH website)
* and you are in Ontario for at least 153 days of the first 183 days immediately following the date you establish residency in Ontario (you cannot be absent for more than 30 days during the first 6 months of residency)
* and you are in Ontario for at least 153 days in any 12-month period
Keep in mind you should apply prior to your departure
Check the link --> http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/public/program/ohip/ohipfaq_dt.html#Q1
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