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Find out if you need to pay the immigration health surcharge as part of your visa or immigration application.
Most people need to pay the immigration health surcharge (IHS) as part of…
You usually need to pay the healthcare surcharge if you’re applying for a…
The exact amount you pay depends on the length of your visa. A visa may…
You’ll pay the immigration healthcare surcharge (IHS) when you apply for…
You’ll get a full immigration health surcharge (IHS) refund if: you paid…
Get a refund of the immigration health surcharge (IHS) if you work in health and care - eligibility, what you’ll get and how to apply.
You may be able to get money back if you paid the immigration health…
You’ll be eligible to apply for a refund if you both: have a Tier 2…
You can apply online for a refund (‘reimbursement’) if either: you’re a…
Full-time students from the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland studying in the UK can apply for a reimbursement of the immigration health surcharge (IHS).
Get a refund of the immigration health surcharge (IHS) if you're a student - eligibility, what you’ll get and how to apply.
Information on accessing healthcare for citizens from EU countries, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland living in or moving to the UK.
How to apply for your immigration health surcharge (IHS) reimbursement if you work in health and care.
Advice and guidance for healthcare practitioners on the health needs of migrant patients.
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