Seeing a doctor in Quebec without a RAMQ card

In Quebec, telehealth lets you speak with a doctor or nurse practitioner by phone or secure video, without travelling to a clinic. They assess your concern and can recommend treatment or prescribe medication when appropriate. Some concerns require an in-person exam.

With Doctr, online consultations start at $120. Choose a time and share your reason for consulting and medical history. The professional calls at your appointment time and may switch to video if needed. You must be physically in Quebec during the consultation.

Some clinics welcome expats and patients without a RAMQ card. These clinics have partnered with Doctr to make booking an in-person consultation easier. Explore the partner clinics to find an appointment that suits your needs.

Walk-in clinics and super-clinics are available across Quebec. They primarily serve Quebec residents, but expats can call directly to ask for an appointment. Mention that you do not have a RAMQ card to check whether the clinic can see you.

Doctr also offers care coordination services for expats across Quebec. Its team helps you find a clinic and an available appointment, with support navigating the care options in your area.

Quebec has private clinics that can see expats, including patients without a RAMQ card. Some require a membership fee in addition to the consultation fee. Before booking, ask whether membership is mandatory and confirm the total cost.

In Quebec, pharmacists are healthcare professionals who specialize in medication. They can advise on your symptoms and treatments, explain how to use medicines safely and prescribe medication for certain health conditions.

You can walk into a pharmacy and ask for a consultation with a pharmacist. Expect a wait of around 15 minutes, depending on how busy the pharmacy is and the pharmacist’s availability. Medication and certain services may cost extra.

For people living in Quebec, 811 option 1 offers free nursing advice around the clock for non-urgent concerns. Allow 20–60 minutes to speak with a nurse. The nurse helps you decide what care to seek; a call is not a doctor’s appointment.

The original guide estimates costs of at least $1,000 without coverage; the hospital determines the actual bill. Allow 10 hours or more for a non-urgent case. Patients are seen by medical priority, and actual waits vary. For a serious or urgent situation, call 911 or go to emergency.