Travellers need to remember European Health Insurance Card
February 21, 2008 by admin
Filed under News, News-Insurance
Travellers need to remember to take their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) with them when they go to Europe, warn insurance experts. 
According to the AA, the card, previously known as the E111 form, offers health insurance which is always a “good idea” when travelling.
Ian Crowder, public relations manager for the AA, said that the EHIC is a reciprocal agreement with the NHS should allow holidaymakers to receive treatment in EU countries free or at low cost should it be required.
“[However], depending where you are may depend on the standard of service you get,” he added.
Research from gapyear.com states that a quarter of those who go travelling do so uninsured or underinsured which can put their parents’ homes and financial security at risk.
Up to 230,000 people take a gap year between the ages of 18-24 who have an average spend between £3-4,000.
A further 90,000 people take a gap year between the ages of 25 and 35 and spend an average sum between £6-9,000.
