Compare Sanitas health insurance plans available in Costa Blanca. Visa-compliant no-copay plans from €39/month — English-speaking support and same-day certificates.
Costa Blanca is one of the most established expat destinations in Spain, attracting British, Northern European and international residents looking for year-round sunshine, affordable living and a strong support network. Areas such as Alicante, Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa and Jávea are particularly popular with expats, offering a mix of coastal lifestyle, healthcare access and modern infrastructure. Whether you are relocating permanently, retiring, or applying for a visa, securing private health insurance is a key requirement before moving.
Sanitas is one of the leading private healthcare providers in Costa Blanca, offering access to a wide network of clinics, hospitals and English-speaking doctors. No-copay plans start from €39/month and are fully compliant with Spanish visa requirements including the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) and Digital Nomad Visa (DNV). Policies can be arranged before arrival, and your certificate is issued the same day, allowing you to move forward with your application quickly and confidently.
Over 300 days of sunshine per year with mild winters and hot summers.
One of the largest expat populations in Spain, especially British.
Lower than major cities like Madrid or Barcelona, especially outside hotspots.
Strong mix of public and private healthcare with English-speaking doctors.
NLV and DNV are popular routes for expats relocating to Costa Blanca.
Alicante Airport connects Costa Blanca with the UK and Europe year-round.
All plans are available to residents and visa applicants in The Costa Blanca. Prices for a single adult aged 20–39 in the Costa Blanca pricing zone.
Sanitas is one of Spain’s leading private health insurance providers, with over 2.9 million members nationwide. Part of the Bupa Group since 1989, Sanitas is a trusted name among expats living on the Costa Blanca — including Alicante, Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, Benidorm and Jávea. Whether you are relocating to Spain, applying for a visa, or already settled in the region, Sanitas offers reliable, visa-compliant healthcare with access to English-speaking doctors.
The Costa Blanca benefits from a strong private healthcare infrastructure, with Sanitas clinics, partner hospitals and specialist centres located throughout the region. As a policyholder, you are not limited to one location — you have full access to the nationwide Sanitas network, giving you flexibility and peace of mind wherever you travel in Spain. You can explore all available centres here: View all Sanitas medical centres →
With more than 57,000 medical professionals and over 4,500 healthcare facilities across Spain, Sanitas combines local accessibility with national coverage. From everyday GP appointments to specialist care, diagnostics and hospital treatment, everything is designed to be simple, fast and accessible — with digital access via the Mi Sanitas app and 24/7 Blua telemedicine in English.
As a Sanitas policyholder in Costa Blanca, you have access to these facilities plus thousands of independent specialists across Alicante Province through the Sanitas cuadro médico.
Carrer Max Planck, Elche (Elx). Modern private hospital with diagnostics, specialists and inpatient care. Popular with expats and English-speaking patients.
📍 View on map →Partida de la Loma, Torrevieja. Primary care and specialist consultations widely used by expats. Blua telemedicine available from anywhere.
📍 View on map →Plaza Dr. Gómez Ulla, Alicante. Private hospital accepting Sanitas policyholders. Emergency services, surgery and inpatient care.
📍 View on map →If you are planning to move to Costa Blanca and apply for the Non-Lucrative Visa or Digital Nomad Visa, private health insurance is a mandatory requirement. Spanish consulates will only accept policies that provide full coverage with no copayments, ensuring you are fully protected from day one of your residency in Spain.
The requirements are identical whether you are moving to Alicante, Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa or anywhere else in Costa Blanca. Our advisors specialise in visa-compliant health insurance and can issue your certificate the same day, helping you avoid delays or rejections during your application process.
We will find the right plan for your situation in Costa Blanca and have your certificate ready the same day.
Common questions from expats in Costa Blanca.