Healthcare in Estonia

how does the healthcare system works in Estonia ? Is it efficient ?

The healthcare is public for all children under 19, the elderly, and working individuals. If you are unemployed, you are taken care of but not covered (if that makes sense). You won't be denied care unless you're registered as an unemployed individual. For foreigners in Estonia, if you work here legally with a residence permit and pay social taxes, you are also covered. Dental is normally not covered unless it is for oral surgery or life-threatening (like cancer of the mouth), in cases like that its a medical issue. Foreigners must have a job to be included in local healthcare, for those here temporarily, you should have local private healthcare purchased, travel insurance, and/or EU recognized healthcare provider.

What are the main differences between public and private sectors?

Private insurance will get you access to specific doctors and usually gives the opportunity to select doctors that you have immediate access to. It gives you the opportunity for better care, but it costs extra to public. The public insurance is still rather very good. If you have public healthcare it is not really needed to have a private healthcare provider. As in the case of travelers/students/people working for foreign companies, I suggest purchasing 3rd party health insurance and in many cases this is a requirement for those who stay here and don't work in a local company or pay local taxes.

Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Estonia?

Yes, for students it is required. For short-term workers, it is recommended

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience !

Hi,

In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats, we would like to invite you to share your experience on this topic, with updated info on the healthcare system.

Thank you in advance,

Julie
Expat.com Team

Thanks for you are repply. I think it is help for recidance of found a job. Its ok. Thank uagain