On vacation? Apply for an EHIC
Are you going on holiday soon? Or are you travelling within Europe for another reason? Don't forget to bring your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
With the EHIC, you will receive medically necessary care if you fall ill while staying in another European country. The card is also valid in the Netherlands, but not in your country of residence.
Apply for EHIC
Anyone who is treaty-entitled and lives in the EU, Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland, Switzerland or the United Kingdom can apply for an EHIC with us. You can do this by filling in the online form. You will receive the card by post within 3 weeks. There is no extra charge for the EHIC.
Have you been a customer at the CAK for a long time?
Have you applied for the EHIC with us in the past 2 years? Then you will automatically receive a new card in October each year. You don't have to do anything yourself.
Care with the EHIC
The EHIC is only valid in the EU, Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland, Switzerland or the United Kingdom. You cannot use the EHIC in your country of residence. With the EHIC, you will only be reimbursed for medically necessary care. We advise you to take out additional or travel insurance for extra care. Read more about the EHIC of the CAK
Tip
Are you travelling with medication? Then check whether you need a medication statement.