Pre-arranged treatment: Insurance Card (EHIC) Can I use my ...

1 Using your European Health and spend a few months of the year abroad, Pre-arranged treatment: but still consider that you live mainly in the UK), Insurance Card (EHIC) The EHIC will cover some Pre-arranged you can use the EHIC. This leaflet explains: treatment such as oxygen and kidney dialysis. If you are a UK state pensioner living within the You should organise these treatments at least What a European Health EEA and Switzerland and registered for healthcare one month in advance of travelling, liaising Insurance Card (EHIC) is for with an S1, you can apply for an EHIC to use on with the health authorities in both the UK. Who is entitled to use an EHIC. a temporary visit to another EU member state and the EEA country (including Switzerland). What cover it gives you (outside your country of residence).

2 Call the you are travelling to. Why you should have both an Overseas Healthcare Team for more information. For further information, please visit EHIC and Travel Insurance Can I use my EHIC to see a What is a European doctor privately? Health Insurance Card (EHIC)? No. The EHIC is only recognised by hospitals, Formerly known as the E111, the EHIC is a free card health centres and doctors under the public Follow the NHS BSA and FCO on Twitter and that gives you access to state-provided healthcare healthcare system. Facebook for travel alerts, tips and advice on the EHIC: that is medically necessary before your planned date of return during a temporary stay in any of the What should I do in an emergency? 28 EU countries, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, In an emergency, dial Norway and Switzerland, under the same conditions and at the same cost (free in some countries) as This emergency number is valid within the EEA people covered in that country.

3 And Switzerland and is free of charge. EuropeanHealthInsuranceCard/. This means that routine or specialist treatment, Always request a public ambulance to the monitoring of pre-existing conditions and take you to the nearest public hospital. repeat prescriptions may be covered on the EHIC. They should accept your EHIC without the However, it is the healthcare provider who need to see details of your travel Insurance . determines whether the treatment is necessary. Remember that the EHIC is only accepted in What happens if I require medical public hospitals or health centres. treatment and I don't have an EHIC? You can call the Overseas Healthcare Team (OHT). Who is entitled to use the UK EHIC? on (+44) 191 218 1999 ( Mon-Fri 8-5 ) to request a In partnership with: Visitors on a temporary stay: Provisional Replacement Certificate (PRC).

4 If you are on holiday or a temporary stay within the or send an email to: EEA or Switzerland ( you own a second home Planned treatment abroad - travelling exclusively to get medical treatment in Europe: The EHIC will not cover your costs if you are going abroad specifically to obtain medical Key Information Card: treatment. Instead you should speak to NHS. Be prepared and enjoy a stress-free trip to Europe. England or your Local Health Board if you live Cut out this information card and keep it in your in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. wallet or purse. If you need to apply for or renew a UK EHIC, please do so online before travelling at or call the NHS Business Services Authority In an emergency, call 112. European on (+44) 300 330 1350. Call the Overseas Healthcare Team for a provisional replacement certificate (PRC): Always get comprehensive travel Insurance .)

5 (+44) 191 218 1999 ( Mon-Fri 8-5 ). Call the FCO Consular Assistance Team for The EHIC is NOT an alternative. Health all consular enquiries abroad in Europe: (+44) 20 7008 1500 (24 hour helpline) Make sure your Insurance Fill in your Insurance details here Insurance Company travel Insurance policy covers: Medical repatriation to the UK. Card Who can use it Insurance Policy Number Medical and health cover for an injury and what it's for Policy Start Date or sudden illness abroad. 24-hour emergency service and assistance. Policy End Date Lost and stolen possessions cover. Fill in the contact details of the nearest Cancellation and curtailment cover. British Consulate here Activities that are commonly excluded from British Consulate standard policies dangerous sports.

6 Address The policy should cover the whole time Telephone Number you are away.