In the case of an emergency, injury, sudden disease or health deterioration, patients should either call an ambulance or go directly to a hospital. In this case, medical transport is free of charge. But remember about presenting in hospital your valid European Health Insurance Card or a replacement certificate.
Basic medical care
During a stay in Poland, free medical services are offered to citizens of the EU and four EFTA (European Free Trade Association) states: Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. Tourists from the above-mentioned states should acquire the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before travelling. EHIC card is valid for 2 months. This period is prolonged to 5 years for, e.g. students, retired people and pensioners.
Private health care
Apart from healthcare paid for by the National Health Fund, Poland has well-developed private health services. A visit ranges 100 and 150 zloty, depending on the kind of advice you seek, and the region you live in.
Students from the EU/EEA countries
Healthcare in Poland is available for students from EU/EEA countries but they should hold valid medical insurance in the national insurance system of their country. They should have:
a valid passport,
doctoral student identity card or student identity card
valid European Health Insurance Card (Europejska Karta Ubezpieczenia Zdrowotnego)
It entitles to medical care free of charge in Poland. More info is available on the website of the National Health Fund.
