Health Insurance

If you live in the UK and are travelling to Europe, a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) can help you access free or reduced-cost healthcare if you become ill or injured. It can be used in the EU countries, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. 

You will need to provide some personal details, such as your name, date of birth, and NHS number or National Insurance number when applying.

The card is free to apply for online and is usually delivered within 7 days.