Accessing healthcare in Liechtenstein

You will be treated on the same basis as a resident of Liechtenstein. Remember, each country’s health system is different and might not include all the things you would expect to get free of charge from the NHS. This may mean that you have to make a patient contribution to the cost of your care. If you have to make such a payment , you may be able to seek reimbursement for this cost when you are back in the UK if you are not able to do so in Liechtensteint.

It is important that you ensure that you are treated by a state healthcare provider as you will not be covered for private healthcare. You should be particularly careful if the healthcare arrangements have been made by a hotel or travel representative.

Non-EEA nationals are not covered in Liechtenstein.

Where to get information while in Liechtenstein

Contact the 'Amt fur Gesundheit' (National Office of Health) for information.

Amt fur Gesundheit
Äulestrasse 51
9490 Vaduz

Telephone: 00 423 236 7344

Website: www.ag.llv.li (content available in German only)

Emergency numbers

In case you find yourself in an emergency during your stay in Liechtenstein, dial 144. You can also use 112, which is the equivalent for the European Union. You might want to save the number in your phone.

Treatment, coverage and costs

Doctors

You can visit any doctor who works under the public health scheme. You will be charged CHF 67.00. Children and pensioners will be charged at a reduced cost of CHF 33.50.

Dentists

There is no state-provided dental care in Liechtenstein and you will have to pay the full costs as private treatment.

Hospital treatment

There is only one hospital in Liechtenstein. The Amt fur Gesundheit (National Office of Health) generally needs to approve your admission, except for emergency treatment. You will be charged CHF 67.00. Again, children and pensioners will be charged at a reduced cost of CHF 33.50.

Specialists

You will need a doctor's referral for any specialist treatment or consultation.

Prescriptions

You can get any medicines, which are covered by state-provided healthcare.

Ambulance

Any ambulance travel costs up to CHF 500 are covered. You will need to pay any costs above that figure.

Air ambulance

Use of an air ambulance is covered up to a maximum cost of CHF 1000. You will need to pay any costs above that figure.

Making healthcare arrangements in advance

The most common treatments or conditions that require advanced arrangements are listed below. For all other conditions or treatments, you should consult your GP. Remember, for all treatments abroad you must present your EHIC.

Oxygen therapy

Contact the Amt fur Gesundheit (National Office of Health) to make the necessary arrangements before leaving the UK.

Amt fur Gesundheit
Äulestrasse 51
9490 Vaduz

Telephone: 00 423 236 7344

Dialysis

You need to speak to the co-ordinator in your UK Dialysis Unit who will contact the dialysis unit in Liechtenstein nearest to where you will be staying. However, the provision of dialysis will be subject to availability in Liechtenstein.

Leisure or business - using your EHIC in Liechtenstein

Your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) will enable you to access state-provided healthcare at a reduced cost or sometimes free. It will cover you for treatment that is needed in order to allow you to continue your stay until your planned return. It also covers you for treatment of pre-existing medical conditions and for routine maternity care provided the reason for your visit is not specifically to give birth.

How to claim refunds

There are no reimbursements paid in Liechtenstein, as you should only be charged the proportion of your healthcare costs, for which you will remain responsible.

Living in Liechtenstein

If you're receiving a UK state pension, or in receipt of long-term incapacity benefit, you may be entitled to state healthcare paid for by the UK. You will need to apply for an E121, which you should then present to the health authorities in Liechtenstein.

However, if you move to Liechtenstein to live but not work and do not receive a UK benefit, you may be eligible for up to two-and-a-half years of state healthcare cover, paid for by the UK. In this case, you will need to apply for an E106.

For more details on how to apply for an E121 or E106, visit the 'Moving abroad' section.

How to register your E121 or E106

In both cases, you will need to contact the Amt fur Gesundheit (National Office of Health). Additionally, you might be asked to provide a copy of the original E121/ E106 and a proof of identity.

How to register with a GP

No information available

Working in Liechtenstein

This section applies if you have been issued with an E106

How to register your E106

You will need to contact the Amt fur Gesundheit (National Office of Health). Additionally, you might be asked to provide a copy of the original E106 and a proof of identity.

How to register with a GP

No information available

Am I still eligible for treatment under the NHS?

UK citizens registered in another EEA country and using an E106 or E121 are not automatically eligible for free treatment in the UK.

You should also visit the 'Planned treatment abroad' section for detailed information.

Last reviewed: 23/06/2011

Next review due: 23/06/2013

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