Czech Republic
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have聽appropriate travel insurance聽for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Dial 112 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance or medical assistance company quickly if you鈥檙e referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Vaccine recommendations and health risks
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
- check the latest
- see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the
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Medication
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
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Healthcare in the Czech Republic
FCDO has a list of medical providers in the Czech Republic where some staff will speak English.
Health insurance cards
To get medically necessary state healthcare in the Czech Republic, you need a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) or a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
The NHS鈥檚 has details about:聽聽
- how to apply for a GHIC
- how to get temporary cover if you lose your card or it does not arrive in time
- who qualifies for a new EHIC instead of a GHIC
- what treatment counts as medically necessary
A GHIC or EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. You may have costs your GHIC or EHIC does not cover, including:聽聽
- changes to travel and accommodation bookings
- additional standard costs for treatment
- medical repatriation to the UK
- treatment that is ruled non-urgent
- private healthcare
- private clinics
There is also聽guidance on healthcare if you鈥檙e living in the Czech Republic.
Travel and mental health
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