International student health insurance Czech Republic

Which student health insurance is required for Czech Republic student visa ?

Health insurance in Czech Republic is mandatory during the whole duration of studies.

 

Non EU/EEA nationals (third country nationals)
 

Third countries students are those who’s nationality is non-European Union or non-European Economic Area country.

 

Third countries students are required to choose the Czech Republic recognized private health insurance for students.

 

Travel insurance are not accepted as equivalent to local private insurance.

 

EU/EEA Nationals
 

Students with nationality from EU/EEA countries can request in their home country the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Thanks this card, EU/EEA nationals can benefit of the same cover as Czech nationals.
 

Attention : The EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. It does not cover any travel protection, search and rescue, repatriation to the home country, emergency dental treatments, assistance… A private insurance is highly recommended.