Understand your options
Learn the difference between public and private healthcare and decide which services you may need first.
Healthcare
Organise your documents, understand the main healthcare options and plan how you will access everyday care after moving.

Published healthcare guides
New approved healthcare articles are connected automatically whenever they are published.
Preparing early can make it easier to access the right service when you need advice, treatment or ongoing care.
Learn the difference between public and private healthcare and decide which services you may need first.
Keep identification, healthcare records, insurance information and any relevant medical documents organised.
Know how you will access a doctor, pharmacy, urgent care and any regular treatment after moving.
Healthcare checklist
Use this as a practical preparation list and confirm any current eligibility, registration or insurance requirements separately.
Read the detailed guidesValid passport or national identity card
European Health Insurance Card for your first period
Copies of prescriptions and medical records
Details of any private health insurance
A list of regular medicines and treatments
Emergency contact information
Everyday health
Keep digital copies of important records
Bring enough regular medication for your first weeks
Learn where your nearest pharmacy is
Save local emergency contact details
Check whether specialist care needs a referral
Confirm current eligibility and coverage rules
Important
Healthcare access, eligibility and costs can vary by personal situation. This guide is for general preparation and does not replace advice from medical professionals or official authorities.