e-card
e-card is Austria's electronic health insurance card, issued to all persons covered by the Austrian social security system, serving as proof of health insurance at doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies.
e-card operates in the Austrian Social Insurance System segment.
e-card: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Electronic Health Insurance Card
- Official Name
- e-card (Chipkarte der Sozialversicherung)
- Country
- Austria
- Issued By
- ÖGK, SVS, or BVAEB (depending on employment status)
- Contains
- Name, SV-Nummer, photo (since 2020)
- Used At
- Doctors, hospitals, pharmacies, Meldeservice
- Cost
- Free (replacement card: EUR 12)
- Sent To
- Registered address by post, within weeks of employment start
- Status
- Active Definition
- Verified
How e-card compares
The Austrian e-card is NOT the same as the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). The e-card is issued by the Austrian social security system (ÖGK, SVS, or BVAEB) for use within Austria. The EHIC is a separate card for cross-border healthcare within the EU. The e-card is also distinct from the Sozialversicherungsnummer (social security number), although both are linked.
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e-card: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the e-card in Austria?
The e-card is Austria's electronic health insurance card. The e-card is issued to all persons insured through the Austrian social security system. The e-card is presented at doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies as proof of insurance coverage.
When do expats receive the e-card?
Expats receive the e-card by post within a few weeks of starting employment in Austria. The e-card is sent to the registered address (Meldezettel address). Until the e-card arrives, a Versicherungsbestätigung (insurance confirmation) from the employer can be used as temporary proof.
Related Entities
Other entities covered on the Health Insurance Guide page:
- Sozialversicherung
Austrian Social Insurance System
- ÖGK (Österreichische Gesundheitskasse)
Austrian Social Insurance System
- SVS (Sozialversicherung der Selbständigen)
Austrian Social Insurance System
- Public vs Private Health Insurance in Austria
Austrian Insurance Comparisons
- BVAEB (Versicherungsanstalt öffentlich Bediensteter, Eisenbahnen und Bergbau)
Austrian Government Portals and Regulators
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