Introduction
If you are a national from any EU country, you will be entitled to free treatment from the National Health Service (NHS), depending on the length and purpose of your stay in Scotland. You may however be charged for some services such as dental treatment, prescribed medicines and medical certificates. You will be able to receive free NHS hospital treatment if:
- You have come here to work as an employee or are self-employed
- You have lived with permission in the UK for at least 12 months
- You have taken up, or are about to take up, permanent residence here
Independent and confidential interpreting/translation services can be arranged in all local hospitals and Health Centres/surgeries if you require them. You are advised to request this in advance of any consultation.