How to Get PrEP for Free in Dallas in 2026
Dallas County is one of five Texas Ending the HIV Epidemic priority jurisdictions — and despite Texas having no state PrEP assistance program and no Medicaid expansion, Dallas residents have several strong pathways to $0 PrEP. Kind Clinic, Prism Health North Texas, and the Dallas County Health Department all prescribe PrEP on a sliding scale or free, and MISTR delivers free PrEP statewide through its AIDS Foundation Houston partnership. Here's every option.
TL;DR
Three main free PrEP pathways in Dallas: Kind Clinic Dallas (walk-in, sliding-scale, most patients pay $0, strong LGBTQ+ focus); Prism Health North Texas (FQHC, PrEP navigation, Ryan White-funded); and telehealth PrEP (free statewide via AFH partnership, no clinic visit, delivered to your door). Dallas County Health & Human Services also prescribes PrEP at their sexual health clinic on a sliding scale. Texas has no state PrEP-DAP and has not expanded Medicaid, making these programs especially critical.
Dallas's HIV landscape
Dallas County is an Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) priority jurisdiction. The county has among the highest HIV prevalence in Texas, with significant racial disparities — Black residents account for a disproportionate share of new diagnoses despite comprising a smaller share of the population. The End HIV Dallas County initiative coordinates local prevention efforts.
Three main pathways to free PrEP in Dallas
PrEP is covered at $0 under the ACA — medication, labs, and visits. Use the Gilead Co-Pay Coupon (1-877-505-6986) for any remaining costs.
Completely free in Texas through a partnership with AIDS Foundation Houston. Consultation, at-home labs, medication, and delivery all at $0. No insurance needed.
Walk-in PrEP, STI testing, and gender-affirming care. Sliding-scale fees with patient advocates who help navigate financial assistance. Most patients pay $0. Location: 3920 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas.
Free Descovy or Yeztugo for uninsured patients earning under 500% FPL. Call 1-800-226-2056.
Dallas-area providers to know
Kind Clinic Dallas
Top PrEP prescriber in Texas. Walk-in STI testing, PrEP, PEP, gender-affirming care, and doxy-PEP for existing patients. Patient advocates help with financial assistance programs. Virtual appointments also available statewide.
Prism Health North Texas
Comprehensive HIV prevention and care. PrEP navigation services, free testing, and linkage to care. Focused on closing racial disparities in HIV prevention — serves patients regardless of ability to pay.
Dallas County Health & Human Services — Sexual Health Clinic
PrEP, PEP, free STI testing, free condoms, and HIV testing. Sliding-scale fees. Services provided regardless of ability to pay. Mobile Medical Unit also operates in the community for testing. PrEP appointments: call or text (972) 946-6827.
HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health (Fort Worth)
100% free PrEP and PEP for everyone — no costs for exams, labs, or medications regardless of insurance, income, age, race, or gender. Located in Fort Worth, about 30 minutes from central Dallas.
AHF Healthcare Center Dallas
Free HIV testing and PrEP regardless of ability to pay.
Texas Specialty Clinic — Oak Lawn
PrEP and PEP services with full HIV testing. Financial assistance programs available for eligible patients.
State-level programs and links
Dallas residents can access Texas's broader PrEP resources. For statewide programs, eligibility details, and additional resources, see our Texas PrEP guide or the complete state-by-state directory.
Important Texas context: Texas has not expanded Medicaid, meaning many low-income adults fall into the coverage gap — earning too much for traditional Medicaid but too little for marketplace subsidies. Texas also has no state PrEP Drug Assistance Program (PrEP-DAP). This makes programs like Kind Clinic, the HELP Center, MISTR's AFH partnership, and Gilead Advancing Access especially critical for uninsured Texans.
Special populations in Dallas
If you're undocumented: Kind Clinic, HELP Center, and Gilead Advancing Access all serve patients regardless of immigration status. No SSN required. MISTR is also available without documentation.
If you're a minor: Texas allows minors to consent to STI testing and treatment. Kind Clinic serves youth. The Phoenix PrEP Access Project model is being replicated in Texas — ask providers about youth-specific programs.
If you're transgender: Kind Clinic provides trans-affirming PrEP care alongside gender-affirming hormone therapy. Their informed consent model means no gatekeeping.
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas have a PrEP assistance program?
No. Texas does not operate a state PrEP Drug Assistance Program (PrEP-DAP). Uninsured Texans rely on provider-level programs (Kind Clinic, HELP Center), telehealth (MISTR's free Texas program via AFH), and manufacturer assistance (Gilead Advancing Access).
Can I get free PrEP in Dallas without insurance?
Yes. MISTR is completely free in Texas through its AIDS Foundation Houston partnership — no insurance, no cost. Kind Clinic Dallas uses sliding-scale fees and most uninsured patients pay $0. The HELP Center in Fort Worth is 100% free for everyone.
Does Kind Clinic take walk-ins?
Yes. Kind Clinic Dallas offers walk-in hours for STI testing and PrEP services. No appointment needed for testing. PrEP initiation may require scheduling a follow-up, but walk-in consultations are available.
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Information sourced from state and county health departments, CDC, NASTAD, AIDSVu, and verified provider websites. Last updated October 6, 2026.
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