Gilead Advancing Access: How to Apply for Free PrEP (2026)
Gilead Advancing Access is the manufacturer’s program that provides free Descovy or Truvada for uninsured patients and covers copays up to $7,200/year for insured patients. Here’s exactly how to apply, what you need, and how long it takes.
Two Programs, One Application
Gilead Advancing Access actually has two separate programs under one umbrella. Which one you qualify for depends on your insurance status:
Patient Assistance Program (PAP)
For uninsured patients. Provides Descovy or Truvada completely free for up to 12 months (renewable). Income must be at or below 500% of the federal poverty level — about $75,300 for a single person in 2026. Covers medication only, not labs or visits. No SSN required. Undocumented residents eligible.
Copay Savings Program
For commercially insured patients. Covers up to $7,200/year in out-of-pocket copay costs for Descovy or Truvada. No income restriction. No monthly limit. Cannot be used with Medicare, Medicaid, or other government insurance. Card doesn’t expire once enrolled.
How to Apply: Uninsured (PAP)
Go to advancingaccessconsent.iassist.com or call 1-800-226-2056 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–8 PM ET)
Select “Uninsured Support” then “Patient Assistance Program (PAP) Eligibility Screening”
Select your medication (Descovy or Truvada) and indicate you’re using it for PrEP
Enter your personal information and provide proof of income (pay stubs, tax return, or self-attestation)
Your prescribing provider may also need to submit the application or fax documentation to 1-800-216-6857
A Gilead reimbursement counselor will review your application and notify you of your prequalification status
Timeline: Most applications are processed within 1–2 weeks. Once approved, enrollment is valid for up to 12 months and can be renewed if you still meet eligibility requirements.
PAP covers medication only
The Gilead PAP provides free Descovy or Truvada but does not cover lab work or doctor visits. You’ll need a separate solution for those costs — a community health center (FQHC), state PrEP program, or a telehealth platform that bundles everything. See our PrEP without insurance guide for options.
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How to Apply: Insured (Copay Card)
Visit GileadAdvancingAccess.com or call 1-800-226-2056
Register online to download, activate, and print your copay savings card (takes a few minutes)
Present the card at your pharmacy alongside your insurance card when filling your prescription
The card covers up to $7,200 per calendar year with no monthly limit. For most commercially insured patients, this brings the out-of-pocket cost to $0. If you’ve already paid copays this year, call 1-800-226-2056 to ask about reimbursement for past out-of-pocket costs.
Government insurance excluded
The copay savings card cannot be used with Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, VA benefits, or any other government-funded insurance. Patients with government insurance should ask their provider about the PAP or use a telehealth platform that handles cost navigation.
Eligibility Quick Reference
PAP Requirements
• US resident (including territories)
• Uninsured, insurance denied, or Medicare without Part D
• Income ≤ 500% FPL (~$75,300 single)
• Valid prescription for Descovy or Truvada
• No SSN required
• Undocumented residents eligible
• Does not trigger public charge
Copay Card Requirements
• Commercial/private insurance
• No income restriction
• Valid prescription for Descovy or Truvada
• Cannot use with Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, VA, or other government insurance
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Frequently Asked Questions
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