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Healthcare is a central component of a functioning welfare state. It ensures that all citizens have access to medical care regardless of their income. In some countries, this vision is being realised through the introduction of free healthcare. But what exactly does “free” mean in this context? Which countries have implemented such systems and how…

In today’s world, there is an increasing number of individuals who decide to live, work or retire abroad. Such enhanced mobility around the world has made it a burning question on how to manage health in another country. However, for expatriates, understanding the extent of coverage overseas under public health insurance can be very difficult…

Cover image source: Image de Drazen Zigic sur Freepik If you live in another country as an expat or are simply on holiday, it is always possible that you will fall ill or something unforeseen will happen, and you will need to make use of the country’s healthcare system. This is particularly the case if…

In some countries, expatriates are required to subscribe to a minimum compulsory health insurance  plan as a prerequisite to  residence  and/or employment. Compulsory health insurance  is generally developed by the government to ensure basic health cover and access. In which countries is healthcare insurance compulsory? Is this type of local public insurance scheme fully adapted…