Social Security Mallorca & Health Insurance Card
Spain has a state health system administered by Seguridad Social Mallorca. With the Tarjeta Sanitaria Individual (SIP card), you gain access to the public health system – from doctor visits to hospital stays to medications.
Social Security Mallorca – The Essentials
- Eligibility through employment or self-employment (Social insurance number NUSS/NAF required)
- EU retirees can also be covere
- Emergency care in Mallorca is free for everyone – regardless of their insurance status
- Children can be covered under their parents’ policy as beneficiaries
- A small co-payment (copago) applies to certain medicines
Applying for a health card in Mallorca
You usually apply for the card at the health centre in your area. Important documents:
- Residencia
- Applying for the Health Insurance Card in Mallorca
- NUSS (National Insurance number)
Our services relating to the Social Security in Mallorca
- Apply for a NUSS social security number – your key to the system: €79 incl. VAT
- Register for a Tarjeta Sanitaria – appointment, document check, information: €39 incl. VAT
- Apply for a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) – valid in all EU countries: €39 incl. VAT
- Registering pensioners with social security – application & processing: €79 incl. VAT
- Registering family members/spouses as beneficiaries – straightforward & online: €89 incl. VAT
Mallorca Social Security FAQ
What is NUSS?
The personal social security number used to register you in the system.
Do I need private health insurance for the Residencia?
Yes, private health insurance is compulsory for the Residencia Mallorca. Once you have that, you can register with the Seguridad Social.
Where do I apply for the Tarjeta Sanitaria?
At your local health centre or via our online service.
Is the Tarjeta Sanitaria valid outside Spain?
No – you’ll need the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for that.
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