TEAM (Tessera Europea Assicurazione Malattia): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the TEAM card allows citizens to access emergency healthcare while traveling across European Union countries.
The TEAM (Tessera Europea Assicurazione Malattia) is a specific designation that allows you to access necessary medical care while you are traveling in other European Union countries.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to all citizens who are traveling within the EU. If you are a resident of Italy and plan to travel to other member states of the European Union, you are eligible to use this provision to ensure you are covered for medical needs.
What you get
When you use the TEAM, you receive coverage for emergency healthcare services while you are in another EU country. This is designed to ensure that travelers can receive the medical attention they require without facing unexpected financial burdens during a medical emergency while abroad.
What it costs you
There is no additional fee or separate application process required to obtain this specific coverage. The information required to use the scheme is already integrated into your existing documentation; it is found on the back of your standard Tessera Sanitaria, which serves as your primary health card in Italy.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is to ensure your documentation is valid before you leave Italy. You must verify that your Tessera Sanitaria is current and has not expired, as your ability to access healthcare services in another EU country depends entirely on the validity of your card.
How to apply
- Locate your physical Tessera Sanitaria card.
- Turn the card over to check the back for the TEAM details.
- Confirm that the card is currently valid and has not reached its expiration date.
- Carry this card with you at all times during your travels within the EU.