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GHIC application turn around time

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I'm not in a rush at all but just wondering what the actual turn around time is currently for receiving a GHIC?  I know it's prime holiday season so the system is likely jammed, just curious.
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  • JGB1955
    JGB1955 Posts: 3,847 Forumite
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    Ours took less than 2 weeks - received them last week.
    #2 Saving for Christmas 2024 - £1 a day challenge. £325 of £366
  • Neil49
    Neil49 Posts: 3,362 Forumite
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    If you want one then order it now. 

    They are free so there's no advantage in leaving it until just before you plan to travel. 
  • Mrsn
    Mrsn Posts: 1,430 Forumite
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    Ours took just over 2 weeks, very pleased to have got them through in good time.
  • Paddy79
    Paddy79 Posts: 23 Forumite
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    Got mine yesterday, ordered on the 5th June. 👍🏻
  • Ganga
    Ganga Posts: 4,253 Forumite
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    Got ours on Saturday ,ordered on the 6th June ,quick turnround.
  • Hello
    My EHIC card has expired can i apply again?
  • eskbanker
    eskbanker Posts: 36,993 Forumite
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    My EHIC card has expired can i apply again?
    You'll need to apply for a GHIC instead now if you're a UK citizen but there are certain scenarios where EHICs can still be obtained, all details are at https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/free-ehic-card/
  • soolin
    soolin Posts: 74,089 Ambassador
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    Thank you for the reminder about GHIC cards- I've been meaning to apply for ages and keep forgetting. Just applied- only took a few minutes to complete the forms. 
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