GP registration transfer cards

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Accessing healthcare can be a challenge for vulnerable migrants in temporary accommodation. Language and communication barriers can also increase access issues. Healthcare access can also be disrupted where people are relocated at short notice.

The cards aim to improve continuity of care and avoid duplication by supporting newly arrived individuals to re-register (or register if a first registration) as soon as possible after they move.

They are available below in more than 30 languages.

We recommend that these cards are used alongside a discussion prior to any move, and that a suitable interpreter is made available.

If you would like to provide feedback, please email england.migranthealth@nhs.net

Further guidance and migrant health information is available at: