What healthcare rights do Zimbabweans have in the UK?

Your healthcare rights in the UK depend on your immigration status and the type of care. GP (General Practitioner) services are free for everyone regardless of immigration status — you can register and see a GP at no charge. Accident and Emergency (A&E) treatment is free for all. Treatment for certain communicable diseases (including HIV, TB, and COVID) is free for everyone. If you have ILR, refugee status, or are on certain qualifying visas, you are entitled to all NHS services free of charge. If you are on a visa lasting more than 6 months, you likely paid the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) as part of your visa application, which entitles you to full NHS access. Asylum seekers and their dependants are entitled to free NHS healthcare. Some treatments may be charged to people without proper immigration documentation. Dental care requires registration with an NHS dentist separately from your GP. Prescriptions cost a flat fee in England but are free in Wales and Scotland. If you are on low income, you may qualify for help with health costs.