The cost of healthcare in Estonia depends on the kind of treatment that you need, and also the type of insurance that you have. If you have signed up with the national health insurance system, the Haigekassa (also known as the Estonian Health Insurance Fund/EHIF) [LINK HERE], then you will be covered for a range … Read more
In order to keep your health insurance costs low in Estonia, you have two principal options: either signing up with the Estonian national health insurance scheme, the Haigekassa (also known as the Estonian Health Insurance Fund/EHIF), which is mandatory if you are working in the country, or by shopping around for the best private health … Read more
Taking care of your mental health is challenging wherever you are, but living abroad can add an extra dimension to any existing problems. We’re going to take a look at how to best safeguard your mental health in Estonia.As an expat, if you are covered by the national health insurance scheme you will be entitled … Read more
If you are an expat and employed in Estonia, you will have to pay contributions into the state health insurance system: this is compulsory. This Baltic nation has a two-tier medical system, comprised of private health insurance providers and the national Estonian Health Insurance Fund (EHIF), also known as the Haigekassa.Estonia is a relative newcomer … Read more
If you are an expat in Estonia and expecting a baby, you can expect substantial support from the public healthcare system, the Haigekassa (also known as the Estonian Health Insurance Fund/EHIF), whether or not you are registered with it.Uninsured mums are also covered under the national scheme, although you may also choose to opt for … Read more
Prescriptions in Estonia are partly covered by the national health system, the Haigekassa (also known as the Estonian Health Insurance Fund/EHIF), so if you are registered with EHIF, you will be eligible for discounts on prescriptions for your medication.Prescription charges are based on a co-pay system, so you will need to make a small payment … Read more
Overall, the quality of healthcare in this Baltic state is described by expats and the WHO alike as being of a high standard. This is particularly true of urban centres such as Tallinn, Tartu and Pärnu, although you may experience less modern facilities, as well as a language barrier, in more rural areas.Estonia has a … Read more
If you are planning to drive in Estonia, please be aware that you will need to be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid driving licence of equivalent category – all international driving licences are recognised.If you don’t have the Estonian ID smartcard, you will need to carry the below documents whilst … Read more
On January 1, 2011 Estonia joined the European Union and adopted the euro as its national currency. Previous to that, from 1928 to 1940 and then again from 1992 to 2011, the Estonian currency was the kroon. At the time, the exchange rate was 15.65 Estonian kroon to one euro. During the transition, prices for … Read more
The Estonian e-Residency is a government-issued digital identity and status which offers access to the country’s e-services. In 2014, Estonia started to provide digital identities, along with access their digital services, to citizens of other countries who do not have residency in Estonia. In the first four years, 50,000 foreign nationals from more than 165 … Read more