Travel lists
Where you can use a GHIC
GHIC accepted28 countries
Checked22 October 2026
The free UK Global Health Insurance Card gives you state healthcare in these countries at the same cost as a local. It isn't travel insurance: it doesn't cover private hospitals, mountain rescue or getting you home.
The full list
Tap a country for its full travel guide.
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
From the healthcare filter on Waymark's map, checked 22 October 2026. Rules change, so check the country guide before you travel.
Questions people ask
How do I get a GHIC?
Apply free on the NHS website. Beware of sites that charge a fee for the same application.
Is my old EHIC still valid?
Yes, until the expiry date printed on it. Then replace it with a GHIC.
Do I still need travel insurance?
Yes. The GHIC doesn't cover private treatment, repatriation or lost belongings, which is why the FCDO advises getting both.