Croatia Slater and Gordon Travel Safety Guide User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- Slater and Gordon
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Croatia Slater and Gordon Travel Safety Guide
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Name: Slater and Gordon Travel Safety Guide
- Series: Travel Safety Guide
- Country: Hungary
Product Usage Instructions
Before Your Trip Abroad:
- Ensure you have a valid UK European Health Insurance Card (UK EHIC) or apply for a UK Global Health Insurance Card (UK GHIC).
- Get travel insurance that covers your specific scenario and activities.
- Be aware of medical treatment costs and contact your insurer before agreeing to any fees.
- Keep your passport and personal belongings safe.
If You’re Injured While Abroad in Hungary:
- Assess the injury and seek medical attention if necessary by calling 112 for emergency services in Hungary.
- Note down details of the incident and the other party involved if applicable.
- Take photos of the incident and surroundings if safe to do so.
- Identify and get contact details of any witnesses.
- Visit the nearest hospital for serious injuries or report symptoms to your GP when back home.
- Obtain copies of medical reports and treatment details.
- Get a reference number from the Hungarian police if needed.
- Contact your insurer, package holiday provider, and local representative about the incident.
- Keep track of expenses and retain receipts for potential reimbursement.
- Avoid agreements with foreign parties and seek legal advice from travel litigation specialists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I lose my passport in Hungary?
If your passport is lost or stolen, you'll need to obtain an emergency travel document from the nearest British Embassy, High Commission, or consulate. Contact the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office for assistance.
How can I apply for a UK Global Health Insurance Card (UK GHIC)?
You can apply for the new GHIC up to 6 months before your EHIC expires. Visit the official website for more information on the application process.
What should I do if I incur medical expenses while in Hungary?
Contact your insurer before agreeing to any treatment fees. Your EHIC, GHIC card entitles you to state-provided medical treatment on the same terms as Hungarian nationals. Keep all receipts for potential reimbursement.
What to do following an injury abroad in Hungary
Part of the Slater and Gordon Travel Safety series.
Going abroad, whether for leisure, travel, or business, is often something many of us look forward to. Though we all want to enjoy our time overseas, it’s always best to be prepared for anything that may go wrong. Our travel litigation experts have put together this useful guide so you can safeguard yourself and fellow travellers during your trip to Hungary.
For specialist advice, call us on
0330 041 5723
Before your trip abroad
Ensure you have a valid UK European Health Insurance Card (UK EHIC).
If you don’t have one, you’ll need to apply for a UK Global Health Insurance
Card (UK GHIC) which replaces the old EHIC now we’ve left the EU. You can
apply for the new GHIC up to 6 months before your EHIC expires.
Get travel insurance.
- Policies differ significantly, so ensure you take out insurance that covers your scenario, especially if you intend to participate in high-risk activities or hire a motorcycle.
- Always read the general exclusions and small print. If in doubt, contact your insurance provider.
Be aware of medical treatment costs.
- In Hungary, your EHIC/GHIC card entitles you to state-provided medical treatment on the same terms as Hungarian nationals.
- Private hospitals may charge more.
- It’s wise to contact your insurer before agreeing to any treatment fees.
Make sure to keep your passport and personal belongings safe.
If your passport is lost or stolen, you’ll need an emergency travel document
from the nearest British Embassy, High Commission, or consulate. The easiest
way to obtain this is via the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office:
www.gov.uk/fco.
If you’re injured while abroad in Hungary
- Assess the injury and seek medical attention if necessary. Call 112 for emergency services in Hungary.
- If you’ve been injured due to the fault or negligence of another person, note their contact details and relevant information specific to the incident. For example, a vehicle registration number in a road traffic accident.
- If possible, and if it’s safe to do so, take photos of the incident and your surroundings.
- Identify any witnesses of the accident and get their contact details.
- Go to the nearest hospital if your injuries are serious. If you can wait until you’re home, visit your GP to report any suffering or symptoms. This will ensure the incident is on record. If in doubt, seek help.
- Obtain copies of medical reports and/or any discharge reports detailing the treatment you’ve received.
- Visit a local police station to obtain a reference number from the Hungarian police if applicable.
- Contact your insurer, your package holiday provider and your local representative to make them aware of what has happened.
- Note all your expenses and keep receipts. These costs may be reimbursed as part of your claim.
- Never agree with any foreign party, whether that be a tour operator or a Hungarian lawyer.
- Contact travel litigation specialists for legal advice on your accident abroad claim.
In Hungary, you generally have a 5-year limitation period to pursue a claim. This can be lower if the accident occurred on a privately booked flight. If you booked a package holiday through a UK based provider, then UK limitation dates apply which is 3 years from the date the accident occurred. Our travel litigation experts have supported thousands of jetsetters who’ve been injured abroad, from injuries caused from luggage falling from the overhead lockers on a plane to serious road traffic collisions.
For specialist advice, call us on
0330 041 5723.