Living in Spain
This article is for people who are currently living in Spain or would like to live in or move to Spain.
Healthcare and Insurance
The vast majority of people in Spain are covered for health treatment under the social security system, though the more affluent also take up supplementary private health insurance. EU nationals transferred to Spain by an employer in their home country can continue to pay the social security contributions. After working in Spain for two years, EU nationals must contribute to the Spanish social security system.
Generally, if you are an employee in Spain you will be insured under social security legislation and you will not have any liability for social security contributions in your home country. An expatriate would need to effect supplementary insurance and would probably be advised to effect full private insurance.
Other risks: Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay.
Health care: There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK. Medical treatment provided by state scheme doctors at state scheme hospitals and health centres (ambulatorios) is free to UK citizens if in possession of form E111. Health insurance is required for private medical care. Prescribed medicines and dental treatment must be paid for by all visitors.
Globalsurance is an independent Worldwide Health Insurance Advisor. If you are an expat living in Spain or have plans to live or move to Spain we can give you independent advice or a range of free Health Insurance Quotes; click for Free Advice and Quotes.
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