New digital carte vitale extended to foreigners in France
Briefly

The carte vitale health card in France, a critical component of the public health system, is evolving with the introduction of a digital version. Previously exclusive to French citizens, this digital card is now accessible to selected foreigners residing in France. It allows easy storage on smartphones, offers extra features like designating a 'trusted person' for prescription pickups, but does not replace the physical card. To obtain this digital card, residents must first acquire the physical card, which remains valid alongside the new digital option. The rollout includes various accepted IDs, expanding options for access.
The digital carte vitale is being rolled out gradually, initially only for French citizens; it now includes foreigners using various forms of ID.
Stored on your smartphone, the digital carte vitale complements the physical card, allowing easier access to medical services and extra features.
Read at The Local France
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