Article looks at; Important Information regarding Cancer Information about excluded medical conditions in general Spain's right to be forgotten for cancer survivors (derecho al olvido oncológico) legally protects individuals from medical discrimination when contracting private health and life insurance under Royal Decree-Law 5/2023 Key Rules for Medical Insurance: • Five-Year Threshold: Once 5 years have passed since the end of radical cancer treatment without any relapse, yo

Spanish visa authorities generally do not prefer a policy postdated three months into the future, and doing so carries a high risk of rejection. While the rules can vary slightly between individual consulates, immigration expert consensus and insurer data show a growing trend of rejections for policies postdated by several months. Spanish Medical plan for Visa To give your application the highest chance of approval, your policy timing should align with the following standards

Navigating healthcare wait times can be a challenge anywhere, but Spain’s National Health System (SNS) has recently released official data that sheds light on what patients can expect. Whether you need emergency care, a specialist consultation, or a high-tech diagnostic scan, the numbers reveal clear patterns of delay. Understanding these wait times helps you plan better and make informed decisions about your healthcare options in Spain. In this post, I’ll walk you through th

Why You Shouldn’t Cancel Your Private Spanish Health Insurance (Even once you no longer require it for a visa renewal) For expats living in Spain, securing comprehensive private health insurance is usually treated as a tedious box-ticking exercise required to secure a Non-Lucrative Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, or a Spanish TiE residency or renewal. Referral needs to be from the Public Health Doctor at your Centro Salud However, once you cross the threshold of legal permanent res

For over a decade, Tailor Made Healthcare Spain has been at the absolute forefront of arranging compliant Spanish medical insurance for visa applications. Throughout these 11 years of specialising in medical coverage, we have spoken directly with thousands of individuals from all walks of life, gaining a deep understanding of their unique goals and successfully navigating every possible insurance scenario and problem that might arise. Our extensive hands-on experience means t

The Spanish visa authorities prefer to see a medical insurance policy that is already active on the day of your appointment, or at least set up to start within a few weeks of your appointment. This means we can apply for your policy up to 3 months before the appointment date, to start on the appointment date. What date should I start my visa-compliant Spanish medical plan Based on our daily experiences, this article reflects the feedback we have received over many years and l

At Tailor Made Healthcare Spain, the majority of our customers are prospective Spanish visa applicants. This article follows on from our series of articles "How to obtain the Spanish None Lucrative Visa" Daily, we speak to prospective customers seeking a new life in Spain, subject to Spanish Visa approval, and we hear about many of the different experiences, scenarios and the outcomes as a result of setting up and presenting a medical plan that meets the Spanish None Lucrativ

Applying for a Spanish visa in 2026 requires more than just paperwork and proof of financial means. One of the most critical elements is securing medical insurance that meets strict legal standards. Spanish consulates and immigration offices demand clear evidence that applicants will not become a financial burden on the national health system. This means the medical insurance policy must comply with specific, non-negotiable criteria. Understanding these requirements is essent

So many expat posts on Spanish Facebook communities scream that they emailed the Insurance company requesting cancellation, and despite...