Island in Balearic Islands, Spain
Healthcare in Ibiza: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Ibiza
Basic care is good; serious or specialist cases may transfer to Palma. Travel insurance matters in summer when the system is stretched.
Hospitals for foreigners in Ibiza
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Hospital Can Misses | Main public hospital with 24-hour emergency |
| Policlínica Nuestra Señora del Rosario | Private hospital in Ibiza Town; English-speaking service |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: €70–140 ($79–158) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Spain: High-quality public and private care; private GP visits cost about €50–100. EU visitors use the EHIC; everyone else needs travel insurance.
- Pharmacies: Green-cross farmacias everywhere, with a rota 'farmacia de guardia' open at night; pharmacists advise on minor problems.
- Health spending: US$3,107 per person a year (2023); 4.3 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 091 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: Schengen visa applicants need €30,000 medical cover; visa-free visitors may be asked for proof of insurance at the border.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Ibiza for foreigners?
Hospital Can Misses: Main public hospital with 24-hour emergency
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Ibiza?
About €70–140 ($79–158) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Spain?
Schengen visa applicants need €30,000 medical cover; visa-free visitors may be asked for proof of insurance at the border.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Spain
- Ibiza Airport (Aena)
- Consell d'Eivissa (island council)
- Illes Balears tourism
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