Egypt - Apply for National Health Insurance Fund

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for National Health Insurance Fund in person, the applicant has to approach the Ministry of Health and Population.
2. Applicant must obtain the application form from the relevant department.
3. The applicant must fill up all the required application form for this procedure or for research clearance.
4. Applicant has to enter all information in the application form.
5. Applicant must make sure to carry both photocopies and originals of all documents are necessary for completing this procedure. Documents that are needed for this procedure are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. Applicant should attach photocopies of documents (whichever is necessary) along with the applicant from while submitting it at the office.
7. Completed application forms submit to the Ghana Ministry of Health and Population Authority.
8. A fee for this procedure is has to be paid as per as authority’s request.
9. An application for registration and licensing to operate PHIS shall be processed upon payment of a non-refundable amount.
10. Ministry of Health and Population authority may be issued with a permit by the Board upon satisfaction of the requirements set out in Act 852 and as provided for in this guide.
11. Generally, the processing time for this procedure takes 9 weeks.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Keble ID Card
• Letter of Introduction from the employer
• Passport sized photographs – 4
• Birth Certificate
• Work Permit (in case of a foreigner)
• Certificate of Registration
• PIN Certificate

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Health and Population
Dr. Adel ElAdawy img
Address: 3 Magless El Shaab st
Phone number: 27951821
Fax 27953966 - 27922904
E-mail: [email protected]
Website  Link

Ministry of Defense
General Sedky Sobhyimg
Address: 23 July st., AlKobba bridge, Cairo
Phone number: 24032158
Fax: 22916227
E-mail: [email protected]
Website  Link

Eligibility

• Egyptians and Non- Egyptians are eligible.

Fees

• A fee for this procedure is has to be paid as per as authority’s request.

NOTE:

• The Board may review these fees as and when appropriate.
• These fees, once paid are non - refundable.

Validity

• Registration is valid until the monthly contribution is paid.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The processing time for this procedure takes 3 months.

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Instructions

• Applicant has to provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.
• Applicant must follow all instructions provided by concerned authorities properly.

Required Information

• Employment Status
• ID Number
• Name
• Preferred Out Patient Medical Facility
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Marital Status
• Postal Address
• Email Address
• Mobile Number
• Country of Residence
• Details of the Spouse (Name, ID number, contact details etc.)
• Employer’s or Organization’s official stamp

Need for the Document

• National Health Insurance Fund is necessary for individuals who are willing to take medical Insurance in Egypt.

Information which might help

• If a self-employed person has not contributed for 12 months after taking the card, then, the card will be deactivated.
• Claims will be submitted directly to the Insurance providers by the hospitals after the applicant of the health insurance is discharged from the hospital.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

• National Health Insurance Fund is seen as a security by some Employers before offering a job to an individual.

External Links

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Others

• Applicant must be aware of rules and regulations before applying for NHIIF.
• The main aim of the NHIF is to encourage hospitals towards quality improvement.
• In-Patient cover is provided for the contributor and their spouse and children.