Looking for private health insurance in the Canary Islands? Sanitas health insurance covers Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, with English-speaking support for expats, retirees, families, remote workers, second-home owners and visa applicants living across the islands.
Sanitas members in the Canary Islands access private healthcare through the Sanitas cuadro médico, depending on the island, selected plan, provider availability and authorisation. Dental Milenium access should be checked island by island through the Sanitas dental finder. Sanitas' own hospitals are in Madrid and Barcelona, so hospital-level care here is through participating providers — always check the live Sanitas directory or Mi Sanitas app before booking.
Canary Islands residents access Sanitas through the cuadro médico, island by island, with Dental Milenium clinics in Tenerife and Las Palmas / Gran Canaria.
Founded in 1954 and part of the Bupa Group since 1989, Sanitas is one of Spain's most established private health insurers — with a medical network reaching across Canary Islands and the rest of the country.
The Canary Islands are one of Spain's most popular regions for English-speaking residents, retirees, long-stay winter residents, digital nomads, remote workers, families, second-home owners and visa applicants. Sanitas health insurance covers all four main islands — Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Many people choose private health insurance in the Canaries because they want faster access to private doctors, specialists, diagnostic tests, digital consultations, dental services and hospital-level care through the Sanitas cuadro médico. For English-speaking residents, Sanitas support in English makes it easier to compare plans, understand island-by-island network access and arrange visa or residency documents.
Sanitas is one of Spain's most established private health insurers — founded in 1954 and part of the Bupa Group since 1989 — with a national cuadro médico of more than 58,000 healthcare professionals and 4,500 medical centres. Sanitas' own hospitals are in Madrid and Barcelona, so hospital-level care in the Canaries is accessed through participating providers, and access depends on the island, the selected plan and the live medical directory.
Healthcare access in the Canary Islands can vary by island, so it is always worth checking the live Sanitas directory or Mi Sanitas app for the current network. See our island guides below for Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Looking for a specific island? See our Sanitas Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura guides.
Sanitas Tenerife guide →Sanitas members in the Canary Islands access private healthcare through the Sanitas cuadro médico, depending on the island, selected plan, provider availability and authorisation. For dental, Sanitas lists Dental Milenium clinics in Tenerife and in Las Palmas / Gran Canaria — for Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, check current dental availability through the Sanitas dental finder. Sanitas' own hospitals are in Madrid and Barcelona, so hospital-level care here is through participating providers. Always confirm current doctors, centres and clinics on Mi Sanitas or the Sanitas finder before booking.
Which doctors, clinics and hospitals you can use in and around the Canary Islands depends on your specific Sanitas plan and the live medical directory. Use the Sanitas finder or the Mi Sanitas app, or ask our English-speaking team, to confirm available options before booking.
Through the Sanitas cuadro médico, the Canary Islands residents may access a range of private healthcare specialties depending on the selected plan and provider availability. Not every specialty is available in every location, so always check the live Sanitas directory or the Mi Sanitas app before booking. Specialties commonly available through Sanitas networks in Spain include:
Available specialties depend on the specific centre and your plan. Use the Sanitas finder or the Mi Sanitas app to confirm current availability and book.
Sanitas' own hospitals are in Madrid and Barcelona, so across the Canary Islands hospital-level care is accessed through the Sanitas cuadro médico of participating private hospitals and clinics, depending on the island, plan, authorisations and live provider network.
Sanitas lists Dental Milenium clinics in Tenerife and in Las Palmas / Gran Canaria. Dental availability varies by island, so always confirm the nearest current clinic and hours on the Sanitas dental finder before booking.
the Canary Islands has a large international resident and second-home owner community. Some live here full-time, while others spend several months a year as homeowners or long-stay residents.
the Canary Islands is popular with retirees, long-stay and winter residents who want a clear route into private healthcare.
the Canary Islands attracts digital nomads, remote workers, seasonal workers and international students who want flexible private healthcare access.
the Canary Islands is relevant for families, professionals and business owners who want private healthcare access.
the Canary Islands attracts non-EU residents applying for the Non-Lucrative Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, student and work routes, as well as EU citizens registering in Spain. The right Sanitas plan depends on your visa type, age, medical history, preferred level of cover and whether the policy needs to meet Spanish visa or residency requirements.
Finding an English-speaking doctor in the Canary Islands may mean checking the Sanitas cuadro médico by island, specialty, location and language. Use the Sanitas directory to search by specialty and area, and filter for language where available. You can also use the Mi Sanitas / Blua app to browse doctors, book appointments and access urgent video consultations. Our English-speaking team can help you understand the network on your island and choose a suitable plan.
Four popular Sanitas options for residents and expats in the Canary Islands. Prices shown are monthly "from" rates and depend on your age, province, plan and underwriting.
We help clients across the Canary Islands and the wider area, including:
Your exact Sanitas price depends on your age, province, postcode, plan type, copay preference, medical history and number of people covered. Request a quote for a personalised figure.
Explore our Sanitas guides for each island. Each guide covers local healthcare access, dental, plans and a quote.
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Common questions about Sanitas health insurance in the Canary Islands.
Browse Sanitas health insurance guidance for the towns and areas we cover across Canary Islands. Access depends on your plan and the current cuadro médico.