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<p>The Government has proposed to all European Union Member States that when we leave,
we should maintain the existing healthcare arrangements including the European Healthcare
Insurance Card (EHIC) Scheme until 31 December 2020, with the aim of minimising disruption
to healthcare provision for United Kingdom nationals and EU citizens. This is subject
to negotiations, which are ongoing.</p><p>In the event that we cannot reach an agreement
with EU Member States, EHICs may no longer be valid after exit day. It is not possible
for the UK Government to guarantee access unilaterally to healthcare abroad, as this
depends on decisions by Member States.</p><p>The Government has always advised UK
nationals to take out comprehensive travel insurance when going overseas, both to
EU and non-EU destinations. This will remain our advice in all circumstances.</p>
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