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What is EURAMI?

The European Aeromedical Institute (EURAMI) is an independent international accrediting body that evaluates medical quality standards for air ambulance and aeromedical transport programs. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Europe, EURAMI accreditation is the benchmark recognized by international assistance companies, insurers, and repatriation networks worldwide.

Accreditation covers the medical quality of your operations: crew competency and training, aircraft medical configuration, patient care protocols, quality management, safety systems, and organizational structure. Programs are evaluated through a combination of document review and an on-site audit conducted by trained EURAMI auditors.

For programs working with international assistance companies and insurance carriers, EURAMI accreditation is often a prerequisite for inclusion in provider networks. It signals to partners and patients that your program meets a rigorous, independently verified international standard of medical care. Weighing your options? Read CAMTS, EURAMI, and NAAMTA compared.

At a glance

Two-year accreditation cycle On-site audit every two years; annual reporting and ongoing compliance required in between
Fixed wing, rotor wing & repatriation operations Standards apply across aeromedical transport modes, with particular focus on international patient repatriation
Required by international assistance networks Most international assistance companies and insurers require or strongly prefer EURAMI-accredited providers
Globally recognized international standard The primary accreditation standard for programs operating across borders and serving international patient populations

Who pursues EURAMI accreditation?

EURAMI is designed for programs that operate internationally or work with international assistance and insurance networks. Most programs fall into one of these categories.

International Air Ambulance Fixed wing programs providing long-distance patient repatriation across borders and continents
Aeromedical Operators Rotor wing and fixed wing programs providing critical care transport in international or multi-country markets
Assistance Network Providers Programs contracted by international assistance companies or insurers to perform medical repatriation services
Commercial Medical Escort Programs providing qualified medical escorts accompanying patients on commercial airline flights for repatriation or transfer

What does EURAMI accreditation cost?

Fees below reflect dedicated air ambulance programs. Commercial medical escort programs operate under a different fee structure. All fees are denominated in euros; verify current rates directly at eurami.org before budgeting.

Fee Item Notes Approximate Cost
Application fee One-time; paid at initial application ~€500 – €1,000
Annual membership fee Yearly fee to maintain EURAMI membership status, regardless of accreditation cycle timing ~€500 – €1,200 / yr
Annual accreditation fee Scales with fleet size and number of accredited aircraft; billed annually ~€1,000 – €3,000 / yr
On-site audit costs Auditor travel, lodging, and per diem; varies by program location; due at each 2-year survey ~€2,000 – €4,500+
Standards documentation Required standards manual purchase ~€100 – €300
Estimated first-year total Single-fleet program; does not include consulting fees ~€4,500 – €10,000+

* Fees are subject to change and vary by fleet size and program scope. Audit costs are paid separately to auditors and are the most variable line item. These estimates are for planning purposes; verify current rates directly with EURAMI before budgeting.

How the EURAMI accreditation process works

Most programs complete the EURAMI process in 9 to 18 months from application to accreditation decision. The timeline depends on your program's documentation maturity and quality management infrastructure at the start.

1

Application & Eligibility

Submit application, pay fees, receive standards documentation and self-assessment framework from EURAMI

2

Gap Analysis & Build

Review your current documentation and quality systems against EURAMI standards; develop what's missing or insufficient

3

Document Submission

Compile and submit your quality manual, SOPs, crew credentials, aircraft records, and supporting documentation to EURAMI

4

On-Site Audit

EURAMI auditors visit your base of operations; inspect aircraft, equipment, and crew; review documentation in person

5

Accreditation Decision

EURAMI reviews the audit findings and issues accreditation, conditional accreditation, or denial

6

Ongoing Compliance

Submit annual reports, maintain documentation and quality standards, and prepare for re-accreditation at the two-year mark

What EURAMI auditors review

  • Medical director qualifications, scope of oversight, and protocol approval processes
  • Crew medical credentials, competency records, and ongoing training documentation
  • Aircraft medical configuration: stretcher systems, monitoring equipment, oxygen supply, and patient care layout
  • Aircraft and vehicle physical inspection: exterior and interior condition, safety equipment placement, and patient care configuration
  • Medical equipment and supply inventory: devices, medications, expiration dates, and par levels
  • Quality management system: case review processes, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Safety management system, risk assessment documentation, and safety reporting culture
  • Communications and coordination protocols for international patient transfers
  • Organizational policies: HR, rest requirements, infection control, and fatigue risk management
  • Clinical documentation standards and patient care records

How Med-TAC supports your EURAMI application

We work exclusively for your program, not for EURAMI. Our role is to close the gap between where your documentation and quality systems are today and where they need to be on audit day.

Standards gap analysis

We conduct a detailed review of your current documentation, quality systems, and operational records against the full EURAMI standards. You get a clear picture of what exists, what needs to be built, and what needs to be updated before your submission goes in.

Document development

Quality manuals, SOPs, crew competency frameworks, case review processes, and safety management documentation, built to reflect how your program actually operates and written to satisfy EURAMI standards. Every document we develop is yours exclusively.

Submission preparation

The document submission package is your first impression with EURAMI. We guide the process, review your responses, and ensure your supporting documentation is complete and organized before anything leaves your hands.

Pre-audit readiness

We walk through a mock audit of your program before the EURAMI auditors arrive. We know what they review because we have been through that process. No gaps discovered on audit day.

Ongoing compliance support

After accreditation, the work continues. We stay available for policy updates, quality management support, and annual reporting so your program maintains compliance through the full two-year cycle.

Exclusively on your side

Unlike EURAMI-affiliated auditors, we work only for you. Our job is to prepare your program for success, not to evaluate it. That distinction matters when you are building documentation and preparing your team for an international audit.

Frequently asked questions

What is EURAMI and who recognizes it?
EURAMI (European Aeromedical Institute) is an independent international accrediting body for air ambulance and aeromedical transport programs. It is the standard most recognized by international assistance companies, insurance carriers, and repatriation networks worldwide. Programs that work with international assistance networks often find EURAMI is a required or preferred credential for inclusion in their approved provider lists.
How is EURAMI different from CAMTS?
EURAMI is internationally focused and is the benchmark recognized by European and international assistance companies for repatriation work. CAMTS is North American-based and is the standard most US hospital systems and domestic insurers recognize. Programs operating internationally often pursue EURAMI; programs focused on the domestic US market typically pursue CAMTS. Some operators hold both, and the documentation overlap between the two standards does reduce the effort of pursuing both. See our full CAMTS vs EURAMI vs NAAMTA comparison.
Is EURAMI required by assistance companies?
Many international assistance and insurance companies require or strongly prefer EURAMI-accredited operators when arranging patient repatriation. If your program works with international insurers or assistance networks, EURAMI accreditation is often a prerequisite for being listed as an approved provider. The specific requirement varies by assistance company, so it is worth confirming with the networks your program works with.
How long does the EURAMI accreditation process take?
Most programs complete the EURAMI process in 9 to 18 months from initial application to accreditation decision. The primary variable is your program's documentation maturity at the start. Programs with an established quality management system and existing policies move faster; programs building from scratch should plan for the longer end of that range.
Do we need EURAMI if we already have CAMTS accreditation?
Possibly, depending on your program's market and contracting relationships. CAMTS and EURAMI serve different audiences. Programs doing international repatriation work are often expected to hold EURAMI regardless of CAMTS status. If your contracts or target assistance networks require EURAMI, CAMTS alone will not satisfy that requirement. The good news is that the documentation overlap between the two standards is significant, so programs with strong CAMTS documentation are often well-positioned to pursue EURAMI without starting from scratch.
How much does it cost to work with Med-TAC on EURAMI?
Our fees are scoped to your program's specific needs and starting point; there is no one-size-fits-all engagement. A program with existing documentation and an active quality management system is a very different project than one building from the ground up. We discuss your situation first and provide a clear scope before any engagement begins. Contact us to start that conversation.

Ready to start your EURAMI accreditation?

Tell us about your program: where you operate, what assistance networks you work with, and where you are in the process. We will take it from there.

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