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Cancer treatment for overseas visitors

You might be able to have cancer treatment in the UK if you’re from overseas. National Health Service treatment might be available in certain circumstances. Or you might consider private treatment.

Some people from overseas might be able to have National Health Service treatment in certain situations.

Anyone from overseas can come to the UK for private treatment if they can afford to pay for it. But it's important to think about this carefully.

See where you can find international cancer organisations and resources in other languages.

Last reviewed: 29 Sept 2023

Next review due: 29 Sept 2026

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