Estonia

Public system

How health coverage works

In Estonia, basic health cover is provided by the public system.

The Estonian Health Insurance Fund (Haigekassa) covers residents who pay or are covered by social tax. Private insurers offer supplementary health plans.

Official source: Estonian Health Insurance Fund

Basic coverage is provided by the public system. Estonian Health Insurance Fund

Private health insurance

Key facts

Official sourceEstonian Health Insurance Fund
Insurers listedCompensa, ERGO, If P&C Insurance, Salva Kindlustus
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Frequently asked questions

How does health insurance work in Estonia?

The Estonian Health Insurance Fund (Haigekassa) covers residents who pay or are covered by social tax. Private insurers offer supplementary health plans.

Is private health insurance mandatory in Estonia?

No. In Estonia, basic cover comes from the public system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.

Which health insurers can I look at in Estonia?

Well-known insurers listed for Estonia, in alphabetical order: Compensa, ERGO, If P&C Insurance, Salva Kindlustus. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.

Where can I find official information on health cover in Estonia?

Estonian Health Insurance Fund: https://tervisekassa.ee/en