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I haven't found it necessary but it is useful in case you have to get medical treatment.
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What is a EHIC card?
An EHIC card is a European health insurance card
What is kind of ehic?
EHIC stands for European Health Insurance Card. The new EHIC replaced the old E111 card in 2006. EHIC is valid in all European Economic Area countries.
Do you have to have a EHIC to travel abroad?
no but it is advisable
How long does it take for a EHIC card to come in the post?
It takes 7 Working days!
Where can one find health insurance that covers one abroad?
International health insurance coverage can be obtained as part of travel insurance for one's trip. In addition, one can also apply for a EHIC (European Healthcare Insurance Card) which entitles one to cover for emergency healthcare within Europe.
Complete an EHIC for holiday in Tunisia?
You should have one anyway as they are free, but it won't cover you for Tunisia, as Tunisia is not part of the European Union. Get some good travel insurance.
Do you need a EHIC to go abroad?
NO you do not need one. But it is advised
Is Andorra a Non EEC territory?
For VAT purposes Andorra is out of the EEC. I can not find it on any list for being within the EEC either under the agreement of the EU medical card (EHIC). Hope this helps
Can you use e111 in northern Cyprus?
The E111 no longer exists. It has been replaced in the European Union by the European Health Insurance Card or EHIC. According to Britain's National Health Service it is not valid in northern Cyprus.
What health insurance plans are there for travel to Germany?
In Germany there are different insurance plans available for the citizens of different countries. If you are a member of EU than you just need to use your EHIC to health insurance in Germany. You can simply get your health insurance from COVOMO.COM
What are the hospitals in ibiza?
What hospital in Ibiza are state owned and therefore take the EHIC? And are there any other costs involved
DO you need formE111 for Tenerife?
Although the Canary Islands are not officially part of the European Union, they generally follow the same line as mainland Spain. No visas needed here, just an up-to-date passport (check the passport office weblink right for renewal details). Other essentials for Tenerife include obtaining a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). This recently replaced the old E111 form and is easily obtained online (link right) or by filling in a form from the Post Office.
