Island in Campania, Italy
Healthcare in Capri: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Capri
Capri has a small hospital and pharmacies. Serious emergencies mean transfer to Naples by boat or helicopter; call 112 or 118.
Hospitals for foreigners in Capri
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Ospedale Capilupi (Capri) | Small local hospital; emergency help only |
| AORN Cardarelli (Naples) | Serious cases are taken to Naples by boat or helicopter |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: €70–130 ($79–146) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Italy: Good public hospitals; emergency rooms (pronto soccorso) treat everyone, with fees for non-urgent cases. EHIC holders get public care; others need insurance. Private clinics in big cities.
- Pharmacies: Green-cross farmacie everywhere; a rota 'farmacia di turno' covers nights. Many medicines need a prescription.
- Health spending: US$3,398 per person a year (2024); 4.2 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 113 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 115 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 cover.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Capri for foreigners?
Ospedale Capilupi (Capri): Small local hospital; emergency help only
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Capri?
About €70–130 ($79–146) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Italy?
Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 cover.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Italy
- Caremar ferries
- SNAV ferries
- NLG ferries
- Capri tourism
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