Application For European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
If you are a UK resident, you are entitled to
medical treatment that becomes necessary, at reduced cost or
sometimes free, when temporarily visiting a European Union (EU)
country, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. Only
treatment provided under the state scheme is covered. However, to
obtain treatment you will need to take a European Health Insurance
Card (EHIC) with you. Please note: Not all UK residents are covered
in Denmark, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. Click on
the 'Health Advice for Travellers' link below, if you are unsure
whether you are covered.
Applying For A Card
You can apply for an EHIC, free of charge, on this
website by clicking on the 'Apply Now' link below. Alternatively,
you can apply:
- by calling 0845 606 2030; or
- by picking up an application form from the Post Office.
Before applying for an EHIC it is advisable to
have read the information at
'Health Advice For Travellers'
In order to apply ensure you have the NHS or
National Insurance Number, Surname/Family Name, Forenames and Date
of Birth of each applicant.
Who can Apply ?
Apply Now
for your EHIC or to renew your expired card.
If your card is stolen or lost please contact our
Enquiries Line on 0845 605 0707 or if calling from abroad +44 191
203 5555.
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