Strengthened commitment to healthcare access for cross-border workers
BIONEXT, a medical analysis laboratory in Luxembourg, is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with AFAL (Association des Frontaliers Au Luxembourg). This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to improving access to information and healthcare services for cross-border workers.
In a sometimes complex cross-border context, this partnership aims to reinforce a key message: cross-border workers benefit from the same rights and access to healthcare as residents in Luxembourg.
AFAL: a key player for cross-border workers for over 25 years
For more than two decades, AFAL has been supporting cross-border workers in their professional and personal administrative procedures related to their activity in Luxembourg.
Its role includes:
- Providing information on rights and obligations of cross-border workers
- Guiding them through administrative and healthcare procedures
- Offering support in a regulatory environment that is often complex
Thanks to its expertise, AFAL is an essential partner in facilitating everyday life for cross-border workers.
Cross-border workers and access to healthcare in Luxembourg: what are their rights?
Contrary to common misconceptions, cross-border workers have full access to the Luxembourg healthcare system, under conditions similar to those of residents.
This includes:
- Access to medical laboratory tests in Luxembourg
- Coverage by health insurance according to applicable regulations
- The possibility to carry out examinations in laboratories such as BIONEXT
For more details, visit the dedicated page: BIONEXT – Cross-border workers
A concrete partnership to better inform and support
Clear and accessible information
BIONEXT and AFAL work together to provide reliable information on:
- Access to healthcare in Luxembourg
- Coverage conditions
- Administrative procedures related to medical testing
Better guidance for cross-border patients
This partnership helps cross-border workers to:
- Understand their healthcare rights
- Identify the correct steps to follow
- Access appropriate healthcare services more easily
Practical and educational content
Informational materials and joint initiatives are implemented to simplify the experience of cross-border patients and answer their questions.
BIONEXT, a laboratory committed to accessible healthcare for all
Through this partnership with AFAL, BIONEXT reaffirms its commitment to a healthcare system that is fair, transparent and accessible to all, regardless of place of residence.
Because healthcare should know no borders, BIONEXT is committed to supporting every patient, resident or cross-border worker, with the same level of service and expertise.