Being and staying healthy is a fundamental right of every human being and is an essential precondition for people, including refugees and migrants, to be able to work, to be productive, to contribute to economic and social development in countries of origin, transit and destination and return. This includes improving livelihoods for all, including the affordability of health care for families left behind in countries of origin. Moreover, addressing the health needs of migrants protects global public health and facilitates integration and social inclusion. To achieve the vision of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (to leave no one behind), it is imperative that the health needs of refugees and migrants are included in global, regional and national agendas. Access of refugees and migrants to quality health services and financial protection for health are central to rights-based health systems and public efforts aiming to reduce health inequities and achieve the SDGs.