How do I qualify for Healthcare in Spain?
If you are not paying into the Spanish social security system you may get state healthcare if:
1.You are in receipt of a state pension, Incapacity benefit or bereavement benefit you need an E121 form.
2.You are an early retiree to Spain. You should apply for an E106 form. This form provides for up to two years of healthcare in Spain.
The exact amount of time depends on your NI contributions.
3. You are a dependant of someone who falls into one of the categories above.
Remember you need to sign on the Padron, and apply for a certificate of Residency for all the categories above.
Take the form, E121 or E106 along with a Spanish residency certificate and your Passport to the Social Security office in Denia. They will issue you with a temporary SIP card that you then take to the Insalud where you sign on and are allocated a Doctor.
4. You spend less than 3 months of the year in Spain ( 6 months if you are a State Pensioner )You need a valid European Health Card . This will cover you for treatment that is needed in order to allow you to continue your stay until your planned return. It also covers you for treatment of pre-existing medical conditions. You can claim back your prescription charges if you are a state pensioner on your return to your country of residence. Remember to keep copies of anything you spend. For further information about your entitlements contact Instituto Nacional de la Seguridad Social www.seg-social.es (there is a page in English).