Like many European countries, Poland has an efficient and modern healthcare system. Public healthcare is
free of charge for everyone who is enrolled in the National Health Insurance scheme.As a citizen of an EU member state, you can use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) while in Poland, whether you are traveling or living abroad. To do this, you need
to apply to your health insurance scheme at least 15 days before your departure. By using this card, you will be covered for most of your medical expenses in Poland (basic healthcare; specialized outpatient care; hospital treatment; dental care, etc.) under the same conditions as local people who are enrolled in the scheme.
If you are working under a local contract in Poland, your employer will enroll you in the Polish Social Security system.
Even so, it is strongly recommended to take out private international health insurance for your stay in Poland. This will allow you to benefit from excellent medical coverage in the public and private sectors, as well as providing you with repatriation assistance.