The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) allows citizens of European Union (EU) member states, along with some other countries, to access necessary healthcare services while traveling abroad. It ensures that cardholders receive medical treatment under the same conditions as residents of the host country, making healthcare more accessible during temporary stays. To obtain an EHIC, individuals must apply through their national health authority. The card covers essential medical care, but it does not replace travel insurance, as it may not cover all costs, such as repatriation or private healthcare.