WHAT ABOUT HEALTHCARE?
The healthcare in Cyprus is extremely efficient and available to all EU residents. As a British or Irish resident, you are entitled to get healthcare through the public system in countries of the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland if you become ill or injured while on a temporary stay there.
Until now, you needed an E form - such as the E111 or the E128 - to get such treatment. Now, these paper forms are being replaced by the European Health Insurance Card. One card is needed for each individual or member of the family. For more information, go to:
- UK - www.dh.gov.uk
- ROI - www.ehic.ie
Although there is no national health service as such in Cyprus, the cost of medical treatment in governmental hospitals is very low. Those wishing to consult medical experts privately will find a wide choice of competent doctors, specialists and surgeons practicing on the island. The minimum charge for a private consultation is approximately CY£ 10.
The standard of medical treatment provided to citizens is high and continuously improving. Additionally, a number of companies offer medical insurance schemes that cover excellent and immediate healthcare.
Diverse schemes are tailored to individual needs and budgets, and can cover hospitalisation at the hospital or clinic of your choice, outpatient consultations and drugs, and even nursing care at home.
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