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What is a Carte Vitale?

By Joshua Wood, LPC

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French Riviera House Hunting - FRH

The Carte Vitale (Green Card) is the French health card for French citizens and permanent residents. European Union citizens that hold an European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) do not need a Carte Vitale to access the health system in France.

About the Author

Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.


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