Going abroad for treatment
The government always advises UK nationals to take out comprehensive travel insurance when going overseas. You can find more information on arranging treatment abroad on the following pages.
Going abroad for medical treatment
What you should know about travelling to Europe for medical treatment
The Planned Treatment Scheme (S2 funding route)
The Planned Treatment (S2 funding route) may entitle you to NHS-funded treatment in a European Economic Area (EEA) country or Switzerland
The EU Directive route
Learn about the EU directive route to access healthcare in Europe
Giving birth outside the UK
Advice about travelling to Europe to give birth
Treatment abroad checklist
Read our guidance about the risks of treatment abroad and go through our checklist before making a decision