He also blew up the “obsolete” idea of the founding countries and insisted that the EU should not distinguish between one country and another. While the EU has had to discuss Article 50, which concerns leaving the EU, Europe should first and foremost discuss why the British voted in favour of withdrawal. Dr Muscat also stressed that a Brexit deal should be less advantageous than full membership. At least 8 weeks before your trip, you will find the latest country health mentions from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) on the TravelHealthPro website. Each country page provides information on vaccine recommendations, current health risks or outbreaks, as well as fact sheets on staying abroad. Instructions are also available through NHS (Scotland) on the FitForTravel website. Nevertheless, Malta departs from the British tradition, since the law depends on the fact that a person is subject to social security legislation. Unlike in the UK, the system is not based on residence. Foreigners can benefit from health care, but they must work in Malta and pay social security contributions. Students who are already studying in Malta before the UK leaves the EU will continue to benefit from the ECA, as they are considered valid for the duration of the course. On the other hand, students who start classes after the UK leaves the EU will not benefit from the ECA. However, under the bilateral agreement between the Maltese government and the British government, British students usually residing in Malta can apply for the RHA card giving them the right to obtain free health services at local public health facilities, on a hospital and outpatient basis, as well as other specialized services for Maltese nationals. However, as explained above, holders of the RHA authorization card are not entitled to it: national health benefits are financed mainly by general tax revenues and national insurance contributions.

There is usually no charge to pay at the user`s point, unless you are not entitled to health care. Nationals of non-EU countries must have adequate health insurance to cover all medical expenses. Personal health insurance is also recommended for short-term stays for visitors to the AEC, to cover any additional costs.