{"id":29555,"date":"2026-03-24T22:45:52","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T14:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=29555"},"modified":"2026-03-26T02:21:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:21:01","slug":"health-insurance-digital-nomads-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-digital-nomads-spain.html","title":{"rendered":"Health Insurance for Digital Nomads in Spain: Visa Requirements &#038; Best Plans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats moving to Spain must have health insurance to qualify for the Digital Nomad Visa. Digital nomads can purchase comprehensive health insurance plans from international providers like Cigna, Allianz, and others.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a digital nomad interested in moving to Spain? Are you unsure what the health insurance requirements are for the visa? This article from Pacific Prime will act as a guide to help expats understand the Digital Nomad Visa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will explain the visa\u2019s health insurance requirements, what expats should look for in health insurance, the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/spain-health-insurance-pacific-prime-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">health insurance for Spain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more. Keep reading to find out more, or click here to compare health insurance plans for Spain using our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free quote too<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">l!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spain Digital Nomad Visa Health Insurance Requirements\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29558 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city.webp\" alt=\"Image of Frankfurt Financial District Skyline With Sleek Glass Towers Rising Above The City with text overlay of &quot;Spain Digital Nomad Visa Health Insurance Requirements&quot;\" width=\"1244\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city.webp 1244w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/frankfurt-financial-district-skyline-with-sleek-glass-towers-rising-above-the-city-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1244px) 100vw, 1244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exteriores.gob.es\/Consulados\/londres\/en\/ServiciosConsulares\/Paginas\/Consular\/Digital-Nomad-Visa.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spain\u2019s Digital Nomad Visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> requires applicants to show proof of adequate health insurance coverage. This health insurance must be comprehensive,\u00a0 covering\u00a0 inpatient and outpatient care as well as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exteriores.gob.es\/Consulados\/londres\/en\/ServiciosConsulares\/Paginas\/Consular\/Digital-Nomad-Visa.aspx#:~:text=Health%20insurance.,public%20health%20insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">risks covered by Spain\u2019s public health insurance system.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, this coverage must be valid for the entire duration of the applicant\u2019s stay in Spain, and the insurance company must be licensed in Spain or recognized by Spanish authorities. Health benefits provided by travel insurance <\/span><b>do not fulfill <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this requirement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spain Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Digital Nomad Visa is available for any expat planning to live in Spain and work remotely for an employer or themselves outside of the Spanish national territory. Self-employed expats on a Digital Nomad Visa may be able to work for a Spanish employer part time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The visa applicant must have an undergraduate or postgraduate degree from a university, college, or a business school of prestige or at least three years of work experience in their current field.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Look for in Health Insurance as a Digital Nomad in Spain<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-spain-expats-guide.html\">health insurance<\/a> for their Digital Nomad Visa application should ensure their policy has adequate levels of coverage, support for expats, and other important features. While many health insurance policies feature different benefits, here are the most important for expats:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Adequate Coverage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Look for a health insurance policy with adequate inpatient and outpatient coverage. Your health insurance policy should generally have the same amount of coverage as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/prestaciones.seg-social.es\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spain\u2019s public health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, covering emergencies, doctor&#8217;s visits, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Global Networks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International health insurance policies offer global networks for their members, allowing expats traveling outside of Spain the same level of coverage. Digital nomads who plan to travel frequently should purchase an international health insurance plan with a broad global network.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Support for Expats: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health insurance with a multilingual support team can be a valuable benefit for expats in Spain. A 24\/7 customer support line that speaks your language can help you navigate medical emergencies more quickly and easily.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Simple Claims Process: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for a health insurance plan that provides a simplified claims process, whether through an accessible digital platform or other means. Slow and complicated claims processes can keep expats from receiving their reimbursements in a timely manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Reputable Insurance Company: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take care to read reviews when looking at various insurance companies and choose a provider with a stable reputation. As part of the Digital Nomad Visa requirement, you must choose a provider that is either licensed in Spain or recognized by Spanish authorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-34' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_5.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 5\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Health Insurance Plans for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best health insurance plans for digital nomads in Spain fulfill visa requirements while also meeting personal needs. International health insurance plans from providers like <\/span><b>Cigna, Allianz Care, AXA, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>April Internationa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">l are popular with digital nomads.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re interested in learning more about recommended health insurance companies for Spain, read our article <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/top-spain-insurance-companies-expats.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top 10 Health Insurance Providers for Expats in Spain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global Plans for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">provides digital nomads with health insurance in Spain through its international health insurance plans. Cigna offers customizable plans, allowing expats to choose their core plan and add optional coverage dependent on their needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two main plan options Cigna offers are its <\/span><b>Global Health Options in Silver, Gold, and Platinum, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and its other plan, <\/span><b>Close Care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Close Care is a cheaper health insurance plan with a smaller global network, but it may require optional add-ons to fit Spain\u2019s visa requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient coverage can be purchased through Cigna\u2019s <\/span><b>International Outpatient <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">module. This outpatient plan includes coverage for:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctor or specialist consultations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnostic tests such as blood work, X-rays, MRIs, or ultrasounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient procedures that are done in a clinic or a day-surgery center<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physiotherapy or rehabilitation (dependent on plan)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prenatal or postnatal care (not available in Silver and subject to waiting periods)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-33' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_4.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 4\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care Plans for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/allianz\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a leading international health insurance provider that offers health insurance to expats in Spain through their three Core plans: <\/span><b>Care Base, Care Enhanced, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>Care Signature. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have selected the Core plan you prefer, you can add additional coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional coverage is available through Allianz Care\u2019s Outpatient plan and Dental plan. Once you have chosen any additional plans, you will then choose your chosen area of coverage: Worldwide, Worldwide excluding USA, Africa only, or Europe only.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz also provides the following expat support features in all its plans:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel security services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reimbursement for one digital health app of your choice up to specific limits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive (a health and wellness support program)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MyHealth Digital Services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Second Medical Opinion Service<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA Plans for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-axa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a reputable international health insurance company that protects digital nomads in Spain with its variety of health insurance plans. Expats have five plan options to choose from:\u00a0 <\/span><b>Foundation, Standard, Comprehensive, Prestige, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>Prestige Plus.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA also provides additional optional upgrades through greater outpatient benefit limits, dental benefits, and health and well-being benefits through preventative screenings. These optional benefits may not be available for all of the five plan options.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headquartered in Europe, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/april-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a popular provider for digital nomads in Spain due to its comprehensive insurance solution, <\/span><b>MyHealth International. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This health insurance plan comes in five coverage tiers: <\/span><b>Emergency, Basic, Essential, Comfort, and Premium.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-32' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Health Insurance Is Essential for Digital Nomads in Spain<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health insurance coverage keeps digital nomads in Spain visa-compliant and financially protected while they are living abroad, among other important reasons. Health insurance is a valuable asset to every expat worldwide, and we will explain why in the following sections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevents Visa Application Rejections and Renewal Issues<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital nomads in Spain with adequate health insurance coverage will not have to face visa application rejection or renewal issues regarding their health insurance. Expats who do not purchase health insurance coverage that meets visa compliance run the risk of these consequences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeps Expats Financially Protected\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital nomads in Spain with private health insurance coverage will experience more financial protection in the case of a medical emergency. Expats who do not have health insurance will have to pay for any medical services out of pocket, which can add up quickly depending on the situation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps Expats Navigate Spain\u2019s Healthcare System\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A private health insurance plan that offers expat support can help expats navigate Spain\u2019s healthcare system more quickly and efficiently. Multilingual customer support services can help guide digital nomads to providers near them that may help them with their healthcare needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-31' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions:\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can digital nomads use travel insurance instead of a health insurance plan?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital nomads cannot use travel insurance instead of a health insurance plan for their visa requirements. The Digital Nomad Visa requires applicants to show proof of health insurance coverage that matches at a minimum the risks covered by Spain\u2019s public health insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can digital nomads use public healthcare in Spain?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital nomads can use public healthcare in Spain, but they will have to pay for their medical care out of pocket, as they are not eligible for public health insurance. Because expats will have to pay for their medical care either way, many choose to visit private healthcare facilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who is eligible for a Spanish Digital Nomad Visa?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Digital Nomad Visa is available for those planning to live in Spain and work remotely outside of the Spanish national territory. The visa applicant must also have either a postgraduate or undergraduate degree or three years of work experience in their current field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital nomads in Spain can fulfill their visa requirements by purchasing adequate health insurance coverage. This health insurance coverage can be purchased from local or international health insurance providers. Many expats choose international health insurance plans for their global networks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you ready to begin shopping for your Digital Nomad Visa health insurance plan? Let the insurance experts at Pacific Prime help you find the right fit. As a global health insurance broker who specializes in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/expat-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">expat health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Pacific Prime can offer a wealth of professional expertise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer free and unbiased advice to our clients. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Pacific Prime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to discuss a range of Spain health insurance plans available for you, your loved ones, or your group. To get a no-obligation, free price comparison <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-redirecting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, visit our website today!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you enjoyed this article, check out our other articles on topics other expats in Spain may be interested in below!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-spain-expats-guide.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Insurance in Spain for Expats: Public, Private &amp; International Options<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-retirees-spain.html\">Health Insurance for Retirees in Spain: Coverage for Over-60s<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-30' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Expats moving to Spain must have health insurance to qualify for the Digital Nomad Visa. Digital nomads can purchase comprehensive health insurance plans from international providers like Cigna, Allianz, and others.\u00a0 Are you a digital nomad interested in moving to Spain? Are you unsure what the health insurance requirements are for the visa? 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