Long Distance Medical Transport Across Europe
24/7 ambulance repatriation to the UK for stable or urgent patients
SkyCare provides specialist long distance medical transport services across Europe, delivering 24/7 ambulance repatriation to the UK. Whether a patient is recovering after surgery, managing a complex condition, or requires medical supervision during travel, we offer safe, comfortable road transfers with full clinical oversight.
Our private ambulance repatriation service is ideal for patients who are stable but unfit to fly. We operate from hospitals, private clinics, and home addresses across Europe — transporting patients to destinations throughout the UK. All journeys are managed bed-to-bed, with medical handovers handled by our experienced team.
Each vehicle is equipped with modern medical equipment, including oxygen, cardiac monitors, and stretcher access. SkyCare ambulances are staffed by trained paramedics and nurses who provide care throughout the journey, ensuring every patient’s safety, dignity, and comfort.
From France, Germany, Italy and Spain to more remote parts of Eastern Europe, we deliver timely, secure medical road transport. All cases are overseen by UK clinicians and supported by multilingual coordinators — trusted by embassies, insurers, and global families.
Contact our team 24/7 to discuss your route, get a fixed-price quote, or request an urgent repatriation.
👉 Have questions? Check our Ground Medical Repatriation FAQ for clear answers on who can travel, what to bring, and how it all works.
Why Choose Road Medical Repatriation?
For many patients, road-based repatriation is the safest, most comfortable, and cost-effective option. It’s ideal for those who are medically stable but need professional support, whether recovering from illness, surgery, or a prolonged hospital stay abroad.
Unlike air travel, road repatriation avoids pressure changes, flight delays, and the stress of busy airports. It also allows flexible stops, smoother handovers, and full control over the journey — especially important for elderly patients or those with mobility or cardiac concerns.
SkyCare’s long distance medical transport service provides a calm, private, and clinically supported alternative. Each vehicle is equipped like a mobile care unit — ensuring patients receive attention, medication, and reassurance every mile of the way home.
Where We Operate in Europe
If there’s a road to you, we can reach you. SkyCare provides private ambulance repatriation from over 30 European countries — including cities, rural areas, resorts, and remote mountain towns. Our multilingual coordinators work closely with hospitals, embassies, and insurers to make cross-border transfers seamless.
We handle every stage of the journey — from medical handovers and customs paperwork to continuous patient monitoring on the road. If your location isn’t listed, contact us — we likely cover it too.
What’s Onboard Our Ambulances?
SkyCare ambulances are custom-equipped for long distance medical journeys — combining NHS emergency standards with features tailored to patient comfort and clinical care.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) kit — for critical care en route
- Full stretcher system with pressure-relief mattress
- Oxygen, suction units, and airway management tools
- Cardiac monitoring and defibrillation equipment
- Climate control for stable, comfortable conditions
- Infection control measures & deep-clean protocols
- Space for one accompanying person (if appropriate)
All journeys are led by experienced medical professionals — including HCPC-registered paramedics, repatriation-trained nurses, and multilingual coordinators. We care for a wide range of cases, from orthopaedic and post-surgical patients to those with complex chronic or neurological conditions.
If the patient’s health changes during transit, our teams can stabilise, adapt the care plan, or divert to a nearby hospital — with full clinical backup from our 24/7 control centre.
Get a fixed-price quote for long distance medical transport to the UK — available 24/7, with no obligation and zero pressure.
Ready to Bring Them Home Safely?
Need Urgent Long Distance Medical Transport Services?
Whether you’re coordinating a hospital discharge, supporting a family member abroad, or managing a repatriation for an embassy or insurer — SkyCare is ready.
Our UK-led medical teams operate 24/7 across Europe, offering same-day or next-day road ambulance repatriation to the UK. Every transfer is handled with clinical precision and human care — from quote to home arrival.
Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential online quote. We respond fast — often in under 10 minutes.
SkyCare is fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring safe, professional medical repatriation at every stage.
For more details on medical documentation, clinical assessments, and eligibility, visit our European road repatriation FAQ.
SkyCare — Bringing patients home, safely, quietly, and with dignity.
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What our clients say.
Air Ambulance from Spain to London
SkyCare were beyond brilliant with us bringing my Dad back home to Wales by Air Ambulance after he suffered a major stroke in Tenerife. We were really impressed with the whole team’s professionalism and expertise from the first moment we contacted them to the day of the repatriation and even managing to reserve Dad a bed in the Stroke unit in Wrexham Hospital to avoid the delay and trauma of A&E after a very long day travelling…
Airport-to-Hospital Medical Transfer in London
Straightforward and genuine. Craig helped us get our mum safely from the airport to the hospital. Highly recommended.
Commercial Medical Escort from Boston, MA to London
SkyCare made a complex overseas transfer from Boston to London feel effortless. Craig and Sarah were outstanding — calm, professional, and always in touch. They handled everything, from visas to flight logistics, with genuine care and attention. The costs were very reasonable, but it was their empathy and support for both patient and family that made all the difference. I can’t recommend them enough.
Vietnam to London — Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic professional company. We couldn’t have done this without them. My friend suffered a stroke and was paralysed on the right side. Due to a technicality, his insurance wouldn’t cover repatriation, so we had to go private. If anyone is ever in the same position, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare. They made a stressful situation feel manageable, and I’m so grateful for their calm, capable support throughout.
France to UK — Ski Injury Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic service. I was repatriated from France after a skiing accident with multiple injuries. We contacted Craig at 4am and by 10pm I was home — ground ambulance, air ambulance, and ground ambulance again. Everything went smoothly with incredible medical care and kindness. After two miserable weeks in hospital, I finally felt safe and supported. I cannot thank SkyCare enough and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Vietnam to London — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
Amazing team of people. My brother had a stroke in Vietnam and the insurance company were useless. SkyCare guided me through the process, sorted everything out, and got him safely home. The whole team were fantastic, but special thanks to the medical crew — Adam and Sarah — who flew out and did an incredible job. I can’t recommend SkyCare enough for their calm, professional help in such a difficult time.
UK to Malaysia — Long-Haul Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
If you’re in the UK looking for a repatriation company, I couldn’t recommend SkyCare enough. They arranged medical transport for my dad from London to Kuala Lumpur — a 12-hour flight. From my first message, they responded quickly and handled all documents and approvals efficiently. Huge thanks to Craig for making everything smooth and to Nurse Nav for caring for my dad the whole way home.
Spain to UK — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
SkyCare were brilliant with us, helping to bring my dad home to England after he suffered a stroke in Spain. From the moment we reached out to the day of the repatriation itself, the entire team showed professionalism, compassion, and expertise. We felt fully supported and reassured throughout the process. Thank you to everyone involved — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare to anyone in a similar situation.
Las Palmas to UK — Air Ambulance Repatriation by SkyCare.
Thank you to Craig and Ben for organising our return home from Las Palmas. My dad was extremely anxious about the process, but everything ran so smoothly at every stage. Mum is now safe in Maidstone Hospital, and she’s just happy to be somewhere she can easily communicate. The whole experience was calm, compassionate, and professional — we really appreciate everything SkyCare did to make it seamless.
— Pete McNair (via email)
France to UK — COVID-Era Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
From first contact to the final update confirming safe arrival, SkyCare’s care and coordination were second to none. They handled all COVID testing, documents, and border requirements with professionalism and warmth. Repatriating two elderly parents during a pandemic was daunting, but they made the process seamless — even providing journey tracking door to door. Their genuine care and clear communication reassured us at every stage. I highly recommend SkyCare for compassionate international patient transfers.
Cannot thank the team at BM Ambulance enough for getting my Dad home from Spain. Craig/Sarah/James/Emma & Danny were all absolutely amazing. It was a huge 24 hour journey and they made Mum & Dad feel comfortable and safe the entire way. I don’t think my Dad would have made it without your help. He’s still not in the best of health but at least we have him home. We definitely could not have done this without you. Thank you all involved. Amazing people offering a fantastic service. x
BM Ambulance Service helped my son get home after he fell ill in France. They were fantastic from the start to finish. I do hope we never have to go through this again but if you are unfortunate enough to need this, I would highly recommend.
I would have given more than 5 stars if I could have. A big thank you to Craig, Sarah and John for the safe delivery of our much loved mum, mother in law, Nan and great grandmother from Spain after suffering a stroke.
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AOC (Air operator certificate) #2480
British Business & General Aviation Association
European Business Aviation Association
