How children and dependent children of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen (or their spouse) get the tarjeta comunitaria — eligibility, proof, and health cover per child. We help with the insurance only.
Eligibility
Children of the EU/EEA/Swiss citizen, or of their spouse, can generally obtain the tarjeta comunitaria. This usually covers children under 21, and older children where they remain dependent. Adopted children and children of one spouse can qualify subject to conditions — confirm yours.
Proof
Health cover
Where private cover is required (typically when the EU citizen is self-sufficient), each child normally needs to be covered — on a family policy listing every child or individual cover, with a certificate naming each one. Where the EU citizen has public entitlement, children can often be registered as beneficiaries. See the health insurance page and family health insurance.
Schooling
Children resident in Spain access education; enrolment is handled separately from the card. Many expat families also use private cover for faster paediatric appointments. We focus on the insurance part only.
Important information
Tell us how many children and the EU citizen's situation, and we will prepare suitable cover and certificates where needed. We help with the health-insurance part of your application. Acceptance and exact policy terms depend on the insurer’s rules; visa decisions rest with the Spanish authorities.
English-speaking Sanitas specialists can help with the health-insurance part of your visa or residency application.
FAQs
Common questions about this Spanish visa route and the health-insurance requirement. Always confirm current rules with the official authorities or a qualified immigration specialist.