Q.1256 CGHS Medical Coverage in India for US Citizen visiting India

Question: Dear Sir, I am a GOI pensioner and recently acquired U.S. citizenship. My question is: Will I continue to receive Medical facilities under CGHS during my visit to India. I know CGHS coverage cannot be provided while outside India. But when I am on visit to India, can I received CGHS facilities. I shall highly appreciate your views on this please. Answer: CGHS coverage is definitely not available outside India and whether a CGHS card holder after becoming a foreign citizen can continue to avail medical benefit in India is a question you should ask the program administrators. I doubt if the government visualized a scenario where a pensioner who acquires foreign citizenship and relinquishes their Indian citizen would travel to India to avail medical services under Central Government Health Scheme [CGHS]. When seeking reimbursement under CGHS their claim form asks for full address of card holder. I doubt if a foreign address is shown that benefits would be allowed. However, do confirm with the authorities so you know beforehand where you stand.

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