Citizen Insured in another European Union Member State

• If you are travelling to Spain...
• If you are or reside on a temporary basis in Spain...
• If your competent Health Authority has decided you need to receive planned healthcare which require prior authorization.

In these cases, the Regulations on the Coordination of Social Security Systems, Regulation (EC) No 883/2004 and No 987/2009 apply.

• EU national contact points
• European Commission

If you decide to seek and receive healthcare treatment in Spain, Directive 2011/24/EU or the legislation transposing the directive in your country will apply.

• What should I ask in my own country before travelling? Information on prior authorization and reimbursement
• Where can I receive healthcare? Information on healthcare providers and professionals
• What quality conditions can I demand? Information on quality
• Information on prices and invoicing system
• How can I file a complaint? Information on redress and complaints
• Medical prescriptions

• European Commission: Cross-Border Healthcare Directive
• Information Units. Regional Authorities and Mutual Societies