Do you know your rights to healthcare in the EU area?

As an EU citizen, you can use healthcare services in another EU or EEA country or in Switzerland. You will receive treatment when you fall ill, or you can travel to another country for treatment.

Leaving Finland for treatment abroad
Travelling to Finland to receive treatment

Who are we?

The Contact Point for Cross-Border Healthcare is an authority that provides information on the use of healthcare services in Finland and abroad. We are here for you if you need information about healthcare services in Finland, want to travel abroad for treatment or want to know your rights to treatment in international situations.

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Traveller’s checklists

Going on holiday in Europe

Also consider health issues when planning a vacation.

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Treatment abroad

You can also travel to another EU or EEA country for treatment.

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Studying abroad

Are you planning exchange studies or an internship in Europe?

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Medicines when travelling

What should you consider when travelling with medicines?

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Read our example stories on how to exercise your right to receive treatment in practice

Read our example stories on how to exercise your right to receive treatment in practice

Is there something that you would like to know about treatment abroad or in Finland? – Check out the frequently asked questions!

What is the European Health Insurance Card, and where can I get one?

I want to go abroad for treatment. Which countries can I travel to and for what kind of treatment? 

I am retired and live in another EU country. Can I come and use healthcare services in Finland? 

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