Entitlement to planned NHS hospital treatment

NHS treatment from GP practices is free of charge to all. While emergency hospital care is free to all, most planned hospital care is only free for people who are living lawfully in the UK on a properly settled basis.

We are required by law to check the residency status of all patients referred to the Trust. You may be asked to provide evidence to confirm your residency status and entitlement to free NHS treatment.

If you have any concerns about your entitlement to free NHS treatment, or have any objection to the checks being made, please ask a member of staff to contact the Overseas Department and someone will discuss your situation with you.