Important information for people using
E111 forms
On 31 December 2005, your E111 will cease to be
valid.
From 1 January 2006, you will need a European Health
Insurance Card (EHIC) to receive healthcare that
becomes necessary during your visit to an EEA country
or Switzerland.
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. To obtain treatment, however,
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 on the site, if you are unsure
whether you are covered.
Applying For A Card
You can apply for an EHIC, free of charge,
on their website by clicking on the 'Click
HERE for more info' link below.
Alternatively, you can apply:
by calling 0845 606 2030; or
by picking up an application form from the Post Office.