Are you an S1 holder in Spain? If you hold a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or a UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), these are still valid when visiting other EU countries. The type of card you have will depend on when you when you moved to Spain. Both cards cover you for medically necessary care when visiting another EU country, and all existing EHICs remain valid until their expiry date. To find out more about how to apply, and which card you are entitled to, visit www.nhs.uk/ghic.

UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid in the EU. They give you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union. Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). Some EU citizens may be able to apply for a new UK-issued EHIC if they are covered by the Withdrawal Agreement. More info: https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/apply-for-a-free-uk-global-health-insuran

With the GHIC card now replacing the old EHIC card, Dr Dawn Harper explains what it covers, in which countries it covers us and how to get one. Watch full video here: https://youtu.be/FH8NkEfcS8g | Staysure | Facebook