To visit your general practitioner (GP) you  need an appointment. If you are feeling very sick, you are likely to get an appointment on the same day. However, if your visit is not urgent, you may be given an appointment a few days later.

Most GPs have surgery/office hours between 08.00 and 16.00 on weekdays. If you require medical attention outside these opening hours you will have to contact the emergency doctor service. Read more about emergency doctor services under the heading Emergency medical services.

If you have any questions related to medical or mental health, feel unwell and/or need medical assistance, make an appointment with your GP. Your GP will make sure you get the treatment you need and arrange for your admission to hospital if this is deemed necessary. If your GP considers that you need specialist medical attention e.g. by a gynaecologist, eye doctor etc, you will be referred for further examination by a specialist.

Treatment by, or referral for further examination by your general practitioner is free of charge. Just remember to have your yellow health insurance card with you. However, a fee will apply if you visit your GP e.g. to obtain a certificate of health, for instance in connection with an application for or renewal of a driving licence.