Private Medical Health Insurance is Vital to Live in Spain

New legislation brought into place by the new Conservative Spanish Government on 24th April 2012 means that having private medical health care is vital to become a resident in Spain.

The new rules are part of the Government's austerity measures but they are getting a lot of flak from EU groups claiming that the legislation is both illegal and dangerous. Under the new rules anybody applying for residencia in Spain from now will need to prove that they have both enough money to support themselves and that they have health cover, from either a private medical plan or from an existing member state agreement with their county of origin.

Unfortunately, as with many things in Spain, there are already many conflicting stories being told on expat forums and it is very difficult to find out what the actual changes are. Even the British Embassy are unable to give concrete information on their website. There are many non-committed sentences used on the Healthcare Reforms page, like "you may be asked to show proof that you are covered for healthcare in Spain" and "you may be able to use your S1 form to meet this requirement", neither of which really help when you are actually in the process applying for residencia.

From what we can ascertain it appears that from the 24th April 2012, people applying for residencia will now have to prove that they have a monthly income of about‚ €435 with which to support themselves, and that they have sufficient healthcare cover, be it a private medical insurance plan or by providing an S1 form. We have heard recent reports of UK pensioners, when applying for residencia, having to prove that they are covered by private medical insurance.

Further information can be found on the UK in Spain website.

At Millie Munro Services we feel that it is now even more vital that you are properly covered when it comes to health, not only because of the natural need to plan for our futures, but because it now also makes becoming a resident in Spain much easier, if not essential. We offer a very comprehensive Private Health Insurance Plan that covers your every need. Read more on the Millie Munro Services website.

This is Spain Spring Show 2012

On the weekend of the 19th and 20th May, Millie Munro Services will be exhibiting on stand 55 at the 2012 This Is Spain Spring Show which is being held at the Hotel Diamanté Beach in Calpe.


At the show Millie Munro will be presenting the vast range of essential Health Plans and affordable Pre-Paid Funeral Plans that her company is so well known for on the Costa Blanca. Millie Munro will be there in person for you to come and meet and talk to. Members of the Millie Munro Services team will also be there to advise and guide you on the best health and pre-paid funeral plans for you.


The show in February was a great success for Millie Munro and they have been able to provide a dependable and trustworthy service to many individuals, couples and families on the Costa Blanca. It’s great to know with confidence that the products that Millie Munro specialises in have been giving excellent coverage and confidence to many people in Spain over the last twelve months. Take a look at the testimonials on her website for further evidence of her caring reputation.

This is Spain Exhibitions Spring Show

Of course, there will be many more exhibitors at the 2012 This Is Spain Spring Show as well as Millie Munro! The large number of exhibitors will be displaying an extensive range of products and services over the weekend. These will include products such as health foods and exercise items, and you will be able to take health and allergy checks. There will be beauty aids and cosmetics, clothing and accessories, and for your home there will be furniture and luggage, security systems and television providers, and stands with representatives from pool, spa and solar heating companies.


In the category of general interest there will be estate agents and financial services, insurance providers and car rental companies, and specialist food and drink providers. Charities will also be well represented and there will also be a grand prize raffle to enter.


After walking around the many stands at the exhibition you will be pleased to hear that the Diamanté Hotel will be offering a ‘two for one’ deal on entrance to their spa which might come as a welcome relief! There will be food and drink available at the exhibition, from snacks at good prices to meals in the hotel restaurant.


The exhibition will be open between 10.00am and 6.00pm on Saturday 19th and between 10.00am and 5.00pm on Sunday 20th.The venue is very easy to reach with good links to the AP7 motorway and the N332. Regular updates will be printed in the local press but make a note in your diary now so that you don’t miss the This is Spain Exhibitons Spring Show on the Costa Blanca North on 19th and 20th May 2012 at Hotel El Diamanté, Calpe.


Don’t forget to come and meet Millie Munro and her team on stand 55 and make the important decision to protect your yourself and your family by taking out a health or pre-paid funeral plan with Millie Munro Services.