How do I contact EHIC?
If you fall into any of these categories or you are unsure about your eligibility for a UK EHIC, please contact the enquiry line on 0300 330 1350 or +44 191 279 0575 if calling from abroad.
How do I renew my EHIC card by telephone?
By Telephone – You can telephone the NHS Business Services Authority EHIC Application Line on 0300 330 1350.
Can I renew my e111 online?
You can do this in person or by post. If you have a medical or drug payment scheme card you can apply online. If you already have an EHIC, you can also apply for other family members online. You must enter your own details first and apply for any additional cards when prompted.
How do I check if my EHIC card is still valid?
It’s easy to check the expiry date of your EHIC – it’s the date at the bottom right of the card, where it says, er, ‘expiry date’. EHICs last five years, and you can apply to renew one up to six months before it’s due to expire. If you apply early though, time left on the old card won’t be added to your new card.
How long does it take to get a replacement EHIC card?
10 to 15 days
It takes 10 to 15 days to obtain an EHIC.
Can I check if my EHIC card is valid?
How do I obtain my NHS Number?
You can register with a GP practice to get an NHS number. If you do not already have an NHS number, you’ll be assigned one during registration. You’ll get a registration letter in the post and your NHS number will be shown in the letter.
How long does an EHIC card take to arrive?
How long does it take to get an EHIC card? It takes 10 to 15 days to obtain an EHIC.
Can I get a copy of my EHIC card online?
If your UK Global Health Insurance Card (UK GHIC) or UK European Health Insurance Card (UK EHIC) is lost or stolen, you can request a replacement using the online portal. If you have an existing EHIC or applied for a UK GHIC before 29 June 2021 and need a replacement, you will need to apply for a new card.
Can you still use EHIC card after Brexit?
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.
Which is better EHIC or GHIC?
EHICs and GHICs are essentially the same thing – what do they cover? If you’re a UK national living in the UK, the only real difference is in the name: The EHIC entitles you to the same treatment at state-run hospitals and GPs in the EU that locals are entitled to, at the same cost (so in some cases it could be free).
Can I still use my European health insurance card after Brexit?
Is my NHS Number on my EHIC card?
Your NHS Number is printed on your medical card given to you when you register with a GP practice. Your NHS Number helps healthcare staff to find your health records. Each NHS Number is made up of 10 digits, shown like this: 450 557 7104 (this is an example number only).