The Costa Property Podcast
Welcome to the Costa Property Podcast!
Your first step to making your dream home in Spain a reality.
We are Warner and Sandra, founders of WL Costa Properties. Eight years ago, we relocated from Ireland to Benalmádena, chasing our dream of owning a home in the sun and living an outdoor Mediterranean lifestyle with our family.
Our business was born from our own relocation journey, inspired by the advice, services, and support we wished had been available to us.
Now, through this podcast, we’re here to help you turn your dream into reality.
Join us each week as we share expert insights from life in spain, property lawyers, real estate agents, and relocation specialists, alongside practical advice and personal stories (with a dash of mindset along the way!)
From navigating Spanish property laws and securing financing to choosing the right location and building your ideal expat lifestyle, we cover it all! Including the highs and lows.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, a retiree, a digital nomad, or a family seeking a new adventure, this podcast will empower you to confidently make your move to the Costa del Sol.
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The Costa Property Podcast
#34 The Ultimate Guide to Navigating Healthcare in Spain: What Every Expat Needs to Know Before Moving
We’ve heard from many prospective homeowners who want to move to Spain but are anxious about navigating a new healthcare system.
It’s a concern we know all too well from our own family’s move.
You might have concerns about how the healthcare system works?
What if you don’t speak Spanish? How do you choose between public and private care?
In this episode of The Costa Property Podcast, we tackle everything you need to know about the Spanish healthcare system, from navigating public and private options to understanding which coverage you’ll need as an expat.
We are joined by our expert guest Irina of Malaga Expat Consulting, an experienced relocation consultant with over 15 years in Spain.
Irina explains the unique differences between public and private healthcare in Spain, the essential steps for setting up health insurance as a foreigner including insider tips on key documents like the S1 form and common challenges newcomers face.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to Register for Healthcare in Spain: Step by step
- Public vs. Private Healthcare in Spain: Pros and Cons
- What to Do in a Medical Emergency in Spain
- What If I Don’t Speak Spanish? Private vs. Public Healthcare Systems
- Health Insurance for Non-EU Citizens: Must-know coverage info for UK, US, and non-EU expats.
- Combining Public and Private Insurance: How using both types of coverage can maximise your options.
Connect with Irina and Malaga Expat Consulting:
Visit Malaga Expat Consulting for tailored relocation support.
Follow Irina on Instagram: @malaga.expat
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