Going on Holiday -
Abroad
Before booking a holiday outside of the UK you should ALWAYS discuss your plans with
your healthcare professional.
You should
NEVER
take the equipment supplied by Air Liquide outside of the UK.
Travelling Abroad
Equipment provided by Air Liquide for the
NHS home oxygen service cannot be taken
out of the UK. Air Liquide is not able to arrange
oxygen for use outside of the UK, however we
can offer advice and support.
If you are travelling in the EEA (European
Economic Area) we recommend that you
apply for a GHIC (Global Health Insurance
Card). This gives you the right to access state
provided healthcare during a temporary stay in
the European Union.
Visit
www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/
healthcare-abroad/apply-for-a-free-uk-
global-health-insurance-card-ghic/
for the
current and up to date information, alternatively
you can call
0191 218 1999
to speak with NHS
Overseas Healthcare Services.
Other useful resources include:
l
The Department of Health helpline
0207 210 4850
www.dh.gov.uk/travellers
l
The British Lung Foundation helpline
03000 030 555
www.blf.org.uk
l
The NHS Choices website Healthcare
Abroad section:
www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/
Healthcareabroad
Planning on travelling by plane
or boat?
Before booking your ticket you should discuss
your plans with your healthcare professional.
If you plan to fly, you may need a fitness to fly
assessment.
You should also confirm:
l
The carrier’s policy on travelling with oxygen
l
The exact length of the flight or cruise
l
The facilities and assistance available at
ports of departure and arrival
Once you have agreed your holiday plans with
your healthcare professional, make sure that
your travel insurance provider is aware of your
oxygen requirements.
Oxygen requirements outside the UK are not
covered by the NHS Home Oxygen Service.
18
Customer Service Team Helpline
0808 143 9991
