What is the NHS in the UK?
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK is a free public healthcare system funded by taxes. It is overseen by the Department of Health and covers a wide range of health services for residents. There is also a private health insurance system for those that want additional coverage.
Who qualifies for the National Health Service?
The NHS is residence based and not an insurance-based system, so literally anyone that resides in the UK can access free services. This includes expats who have settled in the UK and have been given permission to stay indefinitely. If an expat is from a non-EU country, they will have to pay a health surcharge of GBP 150-200.
Expats will register with a general practitioner of their choice by completing a form and showing their passport and proof of address.
Which health services are employees entitled to from the NHS?
Services free of charge
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