What is free on the NHS in England and which charges can apply.
This is general guidance for England. It is not about any one provider, and it is not medical, legal or financial advice. Every statement below comes from the official pages listed under “Official guidance”, checked on 4 October 2026.
What NHS services cost
- Free at the point of use
- NHS GP, hospital and community care is free for people ordinarily resident in the UK.
- Charges that can apply
- Prescriptions, NHS dental treatment and eye tests carry set charges in England, with exemptions for some groups.
Listings marked NHS are run by an NHS body or provide NHS primary care, according to the CQC register.
Official guidance
NHS: about NHS hospital servicesNHS: how to register with a GP surgery
Rules and charges change, usually each April. Check the official pages before you rely on a figure.
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