Changes to E111 and procedures

[scooby_simon]

There are some important changes for the E111 commencing Jan 2005, Heres a link

www.masta.org/e111.html

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Important changes to the E111

Travellers planning to visit countries in Europe during 2005 need to apply for the new E111, as the old ones are only valid until 31st December 2004.

What is the E111?

UK residents are entitled to free or reduced cost, state provided health care when visiting European Union (EU) countries. To obtain the cover, a valid E111 form is required, the new forms are avaialble free of charge at the post office.

What has changed?

The main difference between the old and the new form is that the new form is now issued on an individual, as opposed to a family, basis. However, you will only need to complete one application form in order to receive E111s for you, your spouse/partner and children. The new E111 form will be valid until 31st December 2005.

The second major change is that during the course of 2005 the UK will be adopting the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). This will be automatically issued to those who apply for the new E111 form and tick the box to receive the new card.

The new E111 form and the booklet "Health Advice for Travellers" can be obtained from the Post Office or from the Department of Health Website .

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[Dave]

Good advice mate.. people really don't realise how important these are until they realise they 'have forgotten' it

[Adam]

s'cuse my ignorance but is there any point having an E111 if I have travel insurance including the usual £millions of medical cover?

[Colin M]

Check your small print Adam, it may have a clause that expects you to claim off the E111 if your treatment is in the EU.

I've found some really cheap annual insurance at Airperx.com. £30.40 for the normal policy, plus 50% for winter sports, 100% for boarding etc.

I'm sure TSN'ers can find some way to be eligible for these rates?