Healthcare for separated migrant young people

Find out how to access healthcare for separated migrant young people.

We'll make sure you get:

  • healthcare and emotional support
  • an interpreter if you need it
  • respect for your dietary, cultural and religious needs

Who can use UK health services

If you are:

  • a child in care
  • under 21 years old and in education

You can receive medical treatment through the National Health Service (NHS).

If you do not have status and have used up your appeal rights, you will be entitled to free primary NHS healthcare, such as the GP, dentists, opticians, pharmacist and optometrists.

But, you will be required to pay for most types of secondary and community NHS healthcare, unless the treatment you need is exempt from charging.

Read a migrant health guide on the NHS website.