Travel insurance for Spain
A trip to Spain can offer excitement, adventure, or pure relaxation. You can do it all in Spain!
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With such diverse geography and cultures, Spain has plenty to offer travelers from all over the globe. As well as unique art and music, there are countless outdoor adventure activities, and a thriving nightlife.
While your trip will usually go off without a hitch, travel insurance is a backup, and even a life saver, if you or your loved ones run into trouble or are sick or injured. It can also save you a lot of money and headaches.
For example, if you’ve arrived in beautiful Barcelona but your checked-in bags have gone missing and are delayed by the carrier for more than 24 hours after your arrival, we’ll reimburse you (up to the benefit limits) to replace your essential clothing and toiletries while you wait for your baggage to be returned. Check out our Help center article on what to do if the airline carrier loses your bags.
Why should I consider travel insurance when travelling to Spain?
With World Nomads you can buy travel insurance as soon as your trip is locked in or while you're traveling (waiting periods apply); it’s entirely up to you.
World Nomads has two plans – Standard and Explorer - which cover an array of activities including mountain biking, skiing, hiking, kayaking, surfing, and scuba diving. We also offer cover for other key events including:
- Medical evacuation and repatriation back to your country of residence.
- Cancellation/trip interruption
- Delays or missed flights
- Lost, stolen or damaged baggage
- Travel curtailment
- Cover for some Coronavirus-related events.
Travel insurance tip: always make sure you’ve done your research on the countries your visiting as there may be US Department of State and local government imposed travel bans or restrictions in place. If you decide to travel to a country on a ‘Do Not Travel’ list your World Nomads policy will not provide cover for the reasons outlined in the warning. The US Department of State (DOS) currently advises against all but essential travel to many countries and territories due to coronavirus (COVID-19) risks. You can look up DOS foreign travel advice here.
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What to look out for when traveling to Spain
Crime in Spain
While wandering around the beautiful streets of Barcelona, Madrid, Grenada, and Seville can be a dream come true you also need to remain vigilant and keep your valuables in sight. Pickpockets often work in teams of two or more and tend to target money and passports. Remember to keep a photocopy or scanned copy of your passport and other important documents separate somewhere safe. Check out our baggage and valuables travel insurance cover designed for international travellers.
Nightlife in Ibiza and festivals
While it has almost become a rite of passage for many travelers to visit Ibiza, Mallorca and Valencia to enjoy the nightlife and festivities, you should always make sure you are in control and don’t go overboard with alcohol and other substances. We want you to have fun but also to be alert to your surroundings. Buy your own drinks and always keep sight of them. Stick with your travel companions, especially at big festivals.
Cover for adventure activities and sports while in Spain
While many visit Spain for the tapas markets, bars, cafes and museums in Spain, there are also adventures to be had off the beaten track. Spain offers any number of outdoor activities and sports. Some great examples include:
- Off-road quad biking, snorkelling or Scuba Diving in the Balearic Islands.
- Whitewater rafting in the South Coast of Spain.
- A two-day trek to the summit of Mulhacén in the Sierra Nevada.
- Kayaking in the waters around Valencia, Allicante and Almeira on the east coast
Note: always check your Policy Wording carefully to make sure all your chosen activities are covered. You may need to upgrade your level of cover for a specific activity.
Cover for some Coronavirus-related events
The level of coverage you’ll have for any Coronavirus (COVID-19)-related events under our Standard and Explorer plans will depend on your Country of Residence. If you are diagnosed with COVID-19 while traveling around Spain, your benefits may include:
- Medical costs including hospitalization
- Evacuation or repatriation if deemed medically necessary by us and in consultation with your attending physician.
Some of our Explorer plans also offer coverage for some additional COVID-19-related events to assist our travelers, such as cancellation following your diagnosis. Additionally all of our travelers have access to our 24-hour Emergency Assistance Team, who can help you with access to local medical care.
To find out what cover applies to you, read our What’s Covered for Coronavirus article, which has all of the details, including benefit limits, conditions and exclusions.
Vaccinations
Check with a medical practitioner regarding the vaccinations you may need – especially if you’re traveling to other countries in addition to Spain – preferably at least eight weeks before you travel. Evidence of vaccination (in the form of a certificate) could be a requirement for entry to some countries. Take some time to learn about any specific health risks in the country(ies) you are visiting.
Our policies aren’t designed to cover everything, so take the time to read the terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions in the policy wording for full details so that there are no surprises if you need to use it. If you’re not sure if something is covered get in touch.
About World Nomads
World Nomads polices are designed by travelers for travelers to provide simple and flexible travel insurance – and it’s often cheaper than you might think! Featuring coverage for more than 150 activities, quotes are fast, free and you can do it all online at www.worldnomads.com. All of the information we provide about travel insurance is a brief summary only. It does not include all terms, conditions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions of the travel insurance plans described. Coverage may not be available for residents of all countries, states or provinces. Please carefully read your policy wording for a full description of coverage.
Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you
Trip Protection
Protect your hard earned vacation from unexpected cancellation before you leave home.
- Explorer Plan: USD $10,000
- Standard Plan: USD $5,000
Trip Protection
- Unexpectedly hospitalised?
- Travel buddy unfit to travel?
- Been made redundant?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Overseas Medical Insurance
Take the pain out of medical costs while traveling overseas.
- Explorer Plan: Unlimited, up to 12 months
- Standard Plan: USD $5,000,000
Emergency Medical Insurance
- Need meds quick?
- Accidentally injured?
- Suddenly sick?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Transportation
We'll get you to hospital quickly.
- Explorer Plan: USD $500,000
- Standard Plan: USD $500,000
Evacuation and Repatriation
- Banged up abroad?
- Need a hospital urgently?
- Medivac home?
Help starts here.
Protect your gear
Cover your stolen or damaged gear and tech.
- Explorer Plan: USD $3,500
- Standard Plan: USD $2,500
Protect your gear
- Passport or tech stolen?
- Airline lost your gear?
- Bags delayed?
Help starts here.
- Overseas Medical & Dental Expenses
- 24 hour Emergency Assistance
- Emergency Medical Transport
- Repatriation & Travel Expenses
- Pre-Trip Cancellation
- Trip Interruption
- Resumption of Trip
- Travel Delay
- Missed connection (Explorer)
- Hijacking (Explorer)
- Baggage & Personal Items
- Passport & Travel Documents
- Personal Liability
- Rental vehicle insurance excess (Explorer)
- Personal accident (Explorer)
24/7 emergency assistance
Whether you need medical assistance or emergency evacuation, our teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?
Phone:+353 21 237 8008 or +353 21 237 8003 (calls are not toll free. You can claim your itemised call costs)
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.