Medical care in Romania

Can I get medical treatment in Romania?

Updated on
March 5, 2022

Refugees arriving at the Siret and Sighetu Marmatiei border points will for sure receive help from volunteers or representatives of official institutions. 

You have the right to receive free basic medical assistance and treatment,emergency medical assistance in a hospital and free medical treatment foracute/chronic illnesses which put your life at immediate risk.  

If you have special medical needs, you have the right to receive proper medical care based on your condition. 

After applying for asylum, you will have the obligation to attend a medical examination to establish your health situation. Information regarding your medical situation will remain confidential. It is important you tell the doctor if you have any medical problems or if you are taking any medicine so that you receive assistance as soon as possible.   

Your right to medical assistance cannot be suspended under any circumstances.

 

From https://help.unhcr.org/romania/rights-and-duties-of-asylum-seekers/