If you have a valid permit of stay allowing to register to the NHS, or if you are waiting for your permit first issue or renewal.. |
You can register to the Italian National Health System. |
Where: You can go to the register office at the nearest Local Health Unit (Maps). You will receive a health card valid for the same period of your permit of stay. The health card is personal and is needed to register with a General Practitioner, to receive medical assistance (visits, diagnostic tests, hospitalization) and to get medicines. |
Remember: your spouse and children can also register to the National Health System |