The Reciprocal Healthcare Arrangement (RHA) between the Isle of Man and the UK has been updated and extends the period of free emergency healthcare to 6 months.

Previously residents in the UK who required emergency medical treatment would receive their treatment at no cost, if they took ill within 3 months of their arrival.

Residents will now be covered should they fall ill within 6 months of arriving in the UK.

The RHA extends both ways, meaning visitors to the Island from the UK will also receive free emergency medical care if they fall ill within 6 months of arrival.

Advice for Isle of Man residents

Advice for UK residents visiting the island

Further information is available online at www.gov.im/rha, by e-mail to dhsc@gov.im or telephone 01624 685816.