There are full state-provided health facilities, but private practices are allowed to co-exist. There are approximately 34,389 doctors and 40,700 hospital beds. There are reciprocal health agreements with most European countries. Anyway, most of European citizens have to present form E111 to receive free medical assistance.

There may be a charge for prescribed medicines. All dental treatment must be paid for.

Almost 100% of population is literate. Education system provides both, estate and private schools and universities, and some private schools have agreement with the government to offer a semi-private education. In main tourist areas it is easy to find international schools, most of them English, French or German speaking. There is also a wide range of private international universities, located in major cities.