What is an EHIC?
In line with EU rules, all EEA (European Economic Area) countries are issuing the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) as a replacement for the E111 form. The EHIC gives the holder rights to treatment that becomes medically necessary during a temporary visit to EEA (European Economic Area) countries or Switzerland. People who are ordinarily resident in the UK can apply for an EHIC. Each individual travelling requires a card.