Moving to spain for retirement

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WrightliftNew member01 August 2020 19:12:10

Hi
I'm considering moving to Spain and to.buy a property within the next 3 months
What if anything should I be preparing now
As regards to making the move as smooth as possible
I'm 67 and retired so obviously pension and healthcare are my main priority

Johncar Spain expert

Member since 25 November 2013

JohncarSpain expert02 August 2020 08:43:35

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To become resident in Spain you need sufficient income and full health cover

At present a uk national‘s state pension and health care covered by an S1 is sufficient.

After Brexit it will be much more difficult.

Seanbrown Member

Member since 25 July 2020

SeanbrownMember02 August 2020 10:35:07

Hi there. I know after brexit it will make it much harder for brits to receive health care with the s1. What about if I'm an irish passport holder then what health care would i be entitled to get? Thanks.

Johncar Spain expert

Member since 25 November 2013

JohncarSpain expert03 August 2020 04:44:17

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I have dual irish / UK nationalities. I am registered as Irish in spain

My health cover is provided via an S1 issued by UK as that is where I have paid my national health contributions

Mczwz Active member

Member since 04 June 2014

MczwzActive member18 August 2020 17:24:14

Any thoughts on health coverage requirements for US citizens?

Thanks in advance!

Johncar Spain expert

Member since 25 November 2013

JohncarSpain expert19 August 2020 06:38:08

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MC.

Pretty sure you will need private medical insurance.

It needs to be 100% cover with no exceptions nor co-payments

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