Through agreements established with hospitals and local institutions, Italian Consulates may provide basic medical assistance (outpatient care, hospitalization, and pharmaceutical services) to indigent Italian citizens residing within the consular jurisdiction.
Specific agreements may also be arranged with care facilities to support elderly or non-self-sufficient nationals who require continuous nursing and psychological assistance.
As of April 13, 2016, Italian citizens registered with AIRE no longer need a certificate from the Consulate to access healthcare in Italy. Those traveling to Italy for medical treatment must complete a self-declaration form provided by their local health authority (ASL).
Useful links:
- Healthcare in Non-Agreement Countries
- Overseas Transfers for Specialized Medical Care
- Reimbursement of Medical Expenses for Public and Private Sector Workers, Scholarship Holders, and Other Eligible Beneficiaries in Non-Agreement Countries
Medical Referrals:
The Consulate General does not have an appointed physician.
Guide to the different categories of medicines to be used by travellers in Italy