The Spanish Healthcare System for Expats Spain’s healthcare system (Sistema Nacional de Salud) ranks among Europe’s best. As an expat in Mallorca, you can benefit from high-quality medical care – provided you understand the system and know how to access it. Public vs. Private – Which System Suits You? Spain operates both a public and
Mallorca has a good network of hospitals, both public and private. Public hospitals Hospital Son Espases (Palma) – largest in the Balearics, 24h A&E Hospital Son Llàtzer (Palma) – general care, 24h A&E Hospital Comarcal de Inca – serves the north Hospital de Manacor – serves the east Private hospitals Clínica Juaneda (Palma) – international
Dental treatment in Mallorca is often cheaper than in the UK or Germany – with comparable quality. Many dentists speak English. Cost comparison Professional cleaning: 60-100 euros Filling: 50-120 euros Crown: 300-600 euros Implant: 800-1,800 euros Orthodontics: 1,500-4,000 euros Public vs private The Seguridad Social covers only basic dental (extraction, emergency). Fillings, crowns, implants and
Health insurance is one of the most important topics for anyone moving to Mallorca. Spain has a good public health system, but not everyone qualifies automatically. Here are your options. Public health insurance (Seguridad Social) As an employee or Autónomo in Spain, you are automatically covered by the Seguridad Social: GP visits at your local
Thousands of expats live in Mallorca, and many prefer English-speaking doctors who can understand their concerns without a language barrier. Fortunately, the island has a good selection of doctors who speak English. Where to find English-speaking doctors Most English-speaking doctors practise in Palma de Mallorca and tourist areas like Santa Ponsa, Calvià, Alcúdia and Cala
