Best Travel Insurance for Spain


Spain travel insurance costs as low as $43 for week-long trips. Top providers offer medical coverage, emergency evacuation and trip protection for Spain's travel risks.

Find the best Spain travel insurance for your trip below.

Key Takeaways
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World Nomads leads Spain rankings with a MoneyGeek score of 93 out of 100, while Generali ranks second at $73 for week-long trips, offering European travel experience and 24-hour multilingual assistance for Spanish health care.

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Spain insurance costs $43 to $98 for week-long trips with $2,500 in prepaid costs, or 2% to 4% of total trip expenses, depending on coverage level and traveler age.

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Coverage protects trip investments and covers medical expenses for Spain risks like pickpocketing, transport strikes and island weather disruptions.

Best Travel Insurance Companies for Spain

We evaluated 13 providers on Spain trip costs, coverage quality, claims handling and financial stability. Spain travelers need help with EU health care, language support in medical situations and coverage for Spanish activities from Camino de Santiago hiking to Mediterranean water sports.

See also: Best Travel Insurance for Italy

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World Nomads
93

Best overall

98
86
89
95
2
Generali
92

Best value

94
88
89
100
3
Allianz
91

Service excellence

86
89
100
100
4
IMG
91
High coverage limits
83
95
95
100
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Best Overall for Spain

World Nomads

World Nomads ranks first for Spain with a MoneyGeek score of 93, the highest among all providers evaluated. The insurer earned a perfect 98 for cost and 95 for stability, working well for Spain travelers seeking comprehensive protection. A 30-year-old pays $95 for a week-long Spain trip ($2,500 costs).

Spain strengths:

  • Adventure coverage for Camino de Santiago hiking, Pyrenees trekking and Costa Brava diving
  • Medical coverage up to $125,000 and evacuation up to $400,000
  • 24-hour emergency assistance with multilingual support
  • Flexible policies that can be purchased after departure and extended while traveling

Coverage:

  • Standard plan: $95, $125,000 medical, $400,000 evacuation, 100% trip cancellation
  • Best for adventure travelers exploring Spain's diverse terrain and activities
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Best Value for Spain

Generali Global Assistance

Generali ranks second for Spain with a MoneyGeek score of 92. A 30-year-old pays $73 for a week-long Spain trip ($2,500 costs). The insurer's affordability score (94) and perfect stability rating (100) work well for Spain travelers prioritizing value.

Spain strengths:

  • 24-hour multilingual assistance coordinates care through Spain's public and private health care systems
  • Care across Spain's autonomous regions, including Canary and Balearic Islands
  • Covers Spain disruptions: transport strikes, island weather delays
  • Medical: $25,000 to $50,000 | Evacuation: $250,000 | Trip delay: $1,000 max
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Best for Service Excellence in Spain Travel

Allianz

Allianz scored 100 for service and claims among top Spain providers. The insurer maintains a perfect stability rating (100). Allianz received a 91 overall MoneyGeek score.

Service advantages for Spain:

  • 24-hour multilingual support for Spanish authorities and health care providers
  • Claims processing covers theft, medical events and trip disruptions
  • Baggage protection for Barcelona and Madrid pickpocketing
  • Three coverage tiers: Basic, Prime and Premier plans
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Best for Comprehensive Spain Coverage

IMG

IMG scored 95 for coverage, highest among all providers evaluated. IMG earned a 91 MoneyGeek score with perfect stability (100) and service score (95). Plans include medical coverage up to $100,000 and evacuation up to $1 million.

Maximum coverage:

  • Lite: $76, $25,000 medical, $150,000 evacuation
  • Choice: $78, $50,000 medical, $500,000 evacuation
  • SE: $91, $75,000 medical, $500,000 evacuation
  • LX: $100,000 medical, $1 million evacuation
  • Best for Canary Islands evacuations or extended hospital stays

How Much Does Travel Insurance for Spain Cost?

Spain insurance costs less than Scandinavia but matches other Southern European countries like Greece.

Spain cost factors:

  • Trip cost and duration: Peak summer hotel rates increase premiums.
  • Traveler age: Older travelers pay more.
  • Group size: Multiple travelers increase premiums.
  • Spain destinations: The Canary or Balearic Islands cost slightly more.
  • Activities: Hiking, skiing and diving affect coverage needs.
  • Travel season: Summer increases trip costs and premiums.

Based on a 30-year-old California resident traveling to Spain in October with $2,500 in prepaid costs for a week-long trip:

Tin Leg Basic: $43
Generali Standard: $73
IMG SE: $91
Tin Leg Platinum: $61
AXA Silver: $74
World Nomads Standard: $95
Travelex Essential: $62
IMG Lite: $76
AXA Gold: $96
World Trips Escape: $66
IMG Choice: $78
Allianz Basic: $98
Tin Leg Standard: $68
Travelex Advantage: $80

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BHTP ExactCare: $69
Generali Preferred: $86

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Coverage by price tier:

  • Budget ($43 to $69): $25,000 medical, $100,000 to $150,000 evacuation for Spain's cities
  • Midrange ($73 to $86): $25,000 to $50,000 medical, $150,000 to $250,000 evacuation for remote regions
  • Comprehensive ($91 to $98): $50,000 to $125,000 medical, $250,000 to $500,000 evacuation

Travelers with specific needs can explore family travel insurance for multi-traveler policies or senior travel insurance for age-specific considerations.

What Spain Travel Insurance Covers

Spain travel insurance covers medical emergencies, trip disruptions and financial losses from Spanish travel.

World Nomads
Standard
100%
$125,000
$400,000
$1,000
$1,000
Generali
Preferred
100%
$50,000
$250,000
$1,000
$1,000
Allianz
Prime
100%
$75,000
$250,000
$1,000
$2,000
IMG
Choice
100%
$50,000
$500,000
$1,000
$200
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    Medical coverage pays Spain health care costs, with basic plans offering $25,000 to $50,000 and comprehensive options providing $75,000 to $125,000.

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    Emergency evacuation transports travelers from remote Spanish regions like rural Andalusia, mountain areas or island locations to medical facilities or back to the United States.

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    Trip cancellation reimburses Spain trip costs for covered reasons: illness, injury, death of a family member, natural disasters or terrorism. Cancel for any reason upgrades offer 50% to 75% reimbursement but require purchase within 14 to 21 days of initial trip deposit.

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    Baggage protection covers lost or stolen belongings with plans providing $500 to $2,500 total coverage.

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    Trip delay benefits reimburse expenses when Spain has transport strikes, weather affecting island destinations and flight delays.

Do You Need Travel Insurance for Spain?

Spain doesn't require travel insurance for U.S. tourists, but coverage protects trip investments from Spain travel risks.

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  • You've prepaid nonrefundable expenses: Peak summer hotels, AVE train tickets and tour deposits lock in payments months before departure.
  • You're visiting remote regions or islands: Medical evacuation from the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands or rural Andalusia costs thousands.
  • You have pre-existing medical conditions: Spain's private health care charges hundreds for ER visits, thousands for hospital stays.
  • You're traveling during peak season: Summer weather affects island flights, transportation strikes disrupt rail and air travel.
  • You're planning adventure activities: Camino de Santiago hiking, Pyrenees trekking, Sierra Nevada skiing or Costa Brava diving increase risk.
  • You're visiting high-theft areas: Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, Madrid's metro and Seville's tourist districts see frequent pickpocketing.
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  • Your trip costs are fully refundable: No financial loss if you cancel, but medical coverage remains valuable.
  • You're staying in major cities only: Madrid and Barcelona have accessible health care, but you'll pay out of pocket.
  • You have comprehensive credit card benefits: Some cards offer trip protection, but verify coverage limits and exclusions.
  • Your domestic health insurance covers international travel: Rare, but check your policy for Spain coverage.
  • You're taking a short weekend trip: Lower financial exposure, but medical emergencies remain a risk.

Spain belongs to the Schengen Area, allowing U.S. citizens visa-free entry for up to 90 days. Spain doesn't require proof of travel insurance, but coverage costing 2% to 4% of trip expenses protects against unexpected costs.

See also: Best Travel Insurance for France

How to Choose the Best Travel Insurance for Spain

  1. 1
    Calculate Your Total Spain Trip Cost

    Add all nonrefundable expenses: flights, AVE trains, hotels, prepaid tours and activities. This amount determines your insurance premium and maximum trip cancellation coverage.

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    Match Medical Coverage to Your Spain Travel Plans

    Basic plans ($25,000 to $50,000 medical) work for healthy travelers visiting cities. Comprehensive options ($75,000 to $125,000 medical) cover adventure travelers and those visiting remote regions. Travelers with pre-existing conditions need plans with condition waivers, so buy within 14 to 21 days of your first trip deposit.

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    Buy Early for Maximum Spain Trip Protection

    Buy within 14 to 21 days of your first Spain payment to access cancel for any reason coverage and pre-existing condition waivers. Early purchase covers illness, family emergencies or travel advisories before departure.

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    Verify Coverage for Your Planned Spain Activities

    Most plans cover walking tours, Camino de Santiago hiking, beach swimming and cycling. Plans exclude professional sports and high-risk activities like extreme skiing or running with bulls. Contact providers directly about Pyrenees mountaineering or Costa Brava cave diving.

Best Travel Insurance for Spain: FAQ

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How We Chose the Best Travel Insurance for Spain

We analyzed 13 travel insurance providers using Spain pricing scenarios for California residents and real travel costs.

Scoring weights:

  • Cost (40%): Spain premiums across different scenarios
  • Coverage (30%): Medical limits, evacuation amounts, trip protection and benefit variety
  • Claims and service (25%): 24-hour support, multilingual assistance and digital tools
  • Stability (5%): AM Best financial strength ratings

We gathered actual quotes for multiple scenarios, including different trip costs, durations and traveler ages. Coverage evaluation examined seven metrics: trip cancellation percentages, trip interruption limits, emergency medical amounts, evacuation limits, baggage protection, trip delay benefits and baggage delay reimbursement. The top four providers had the best affordability, coverage quality and Spain capabilities.

About Mark Fitzpatrick


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Mark Fitzpatrick, a Licensed Property and Casualty Insurance Producer, is MoneyGeek's resident Personal Finance Expert. He has analyzed the insurance market for over five years, conducting original research for insurance shoppers. His insights have been featured in CNBC, NBC News and Mashable.

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