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Can I join the (public) Portuguese Health Care system?

whgwhg001

I will be moving to Portugal in Q3 2023 to retire. I will be unable to supply an S1 form as I move to Portugal from outside the EU (Swiss passport). Can I join the (public) Portuguese Health Care system or only if I work?

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The healthcare system in PortugalHealthcare for the elderly in PortugalAccidents and emergencies in PortugalPregnancy in PortugalS1 health form for UK persons retiring abroad
Jean Denise

Hi whgwhg001

as far as I am aware but I could be wrong the S1 form is only for UK citizens who have reached state pension age (66).

you don't say if you were born in the UK if not then I don’t think you can apply for the S1 form.

jean

Cheryl

Hello everyone,


@whgwhg001, please note that I have changed the title of your discussion to better fit your request.


You can also have a look at this article > The healthcare system in Portugal. 1f609.svg


Best of luck,


Cheryl

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JohnnyPT

Hi @whgwhg001,

As a Swiss citizen, I think you have the same status as EU citizens:


/forum/viewtopic.php?id=902977

(Post #1)


PDF doc In portuguese:


You can translate PDF into English using a Doctranslator, such as:

Expat health insurance
Protect your health and get easy access to treatment for expats in Portugal.
JohnnyPT

PDF in english :)