What do I do if I lost my EHIC card?

If you lose your card, or it gets stolen, call 0300 330 1350 (from abroad call 0044 191 218 1999) or email [email protected]. Non-UK nationals living in the UK before 1 January 2021 can still apply for an EHIC.

How do I replace my lost EHIC card?

Call the NHS helpline on 0330 330 1350 during office hours, explain what’s happened and they’ll talk you through organising a replacement. You’ll need to give personal details such as your address and date of birth. If you have a note of your EHIC identification number then this could speed up the process.

Does it cost to replace a lost EHIC card?

It depends if you’re in the UK or abroad when you need to replace your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). There’s no charge for replacing a lost or stolen EHIC.

Can I renew my EHIC card after Brexit?

As part of the deal announced on 24 December 2020, the UK and the EU agreed that the cards can still be used until their expiry dates. After that, the government will issue a new Global Heath Insurance Card (GHIC) which will replace the EHIC for the majority of UK citizens. What is an EHIC?

How long does it take for a GHIC card to arrive?

within 10 days
GHIC cards are free and should arrive within 10 days. Avoid websites trying to charge you a processing fee. Some of these mimic the official NHS website and can seem convincing, but you should never pay for the card.

Can you travel without EHIC card?

If you’re abroad and do not have your card with you You can get a Provisional Replacement Certificate (PRC) to prove your entitlement to medically necessary healthcare if you travel to Europe without your existing EHIC, UK GHIC or new UK EHIC and need treatment during your visit.

Is it worth renewing my EHIC card?

The short answer is yes, you should renew your card. It won’t cost anything and you’ve got it to hand if an agreement is reached within the next seven weeks. If it becomes invalid then it’s no skin off your nose.

Can you renew your EHIC card online?

At the time of writing this article, there has been no change to the EHIC application or renewal system, so you can still renew your EHIC online as usual. Remember – it’s free to renew an EHIC, or to apply for a new one – be aware of unofficial application or renewal sites that may charge a fee.

Do I have to pay for a GHIC card?

It’s free to apply for a GHIC . Some websites charge to help you apply – these are unnecessary and you do not need to use them. You’ll need to provide your: full name.

Is the GHIC card free?

A UK GHIC and new UK EHIC are free of charge. Beware of unofficial websites, they may charge you a fee to apply. Information: Before going abroad, make sure you check the latest COVID-19 travel guidance on GOV.UK.

Can I get a temporary EHIC card?

What if I don’t have my EHIC before I travel? If you don’t have your European Health Insurance Card for any reason, you can get a Temporary Replacement Certificate. This Certificate gives you the same entitlement as the Card, but for a shorter period.

Can we still use e111 card?

Yes, you can still use a UK-issued EHIC after Brexit. So if you already have an EHIC and you’re going on a temporary visit to an EU country – perhaps for a holiday, to study or for work – you can use it to access state healthcare until it expires. The expiry date is on the front of the card, on the bottom right.

What do I do if I lost my EHIC card? If you lose your card, or it gets stolen, call 0300 330 1350 (from abroad call 0044 191 218 1999) or email [email protected]. Non-UK nationals living in the UK before 1 January 2021 can still apply for an EHIC. How do I replace my lost…