Applying for an EHIC
You apply for an EHIC using the online application form. Please note: you can fill in the form once you are officially registered with us.
How does applying for an EHIC work?
- Fill in the application form. Fill in a separate form for each family member.
- You receive a confirmation by email within 24 hours.
- We process your application.
- We contact you if there is a problem while processing it.
- We keep you informed about the progress of your application by email.
- You receive your (new) EHIC by post within 3 weeks.
You can start using your EHIC as soon as you receive it. The expiry date is indicated on the EHIC.
Tip
Have you applied for the EHIC once? You will then automatically receive the pass for the following year. This will be in October. You no longer have to renew or reapply for the card yourself.