Why Choose Gigasure as Your Travel Insurance
Provider for Spain?
We've transformed the Travel Insurance for Spain by simplifying the purchasing process and offering a
range of customisable options, we've made it easier than ever to secure the perfect policy.
- Tailored Protection: Personalise your cover by adding or removing benefits to match your needs and budget.
- Seamless Purchasing: An easy, efficient online buying process that takes only minutes to complete.
- Post-Purchase Personalisation: Add Boosts anytime with the Gigasure app for extra cover for spontaneous activities.
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance: Access our dedicated team for round-the-clock assistance.
- Real-time benefits: Enjoy real-time cash payments with GigaShield’s Travel Delay benefits.
- Relax: Knowing you're protected if unexpected medical emergencies happen.
- Travel with Peace of Mind: Protect your investment with trip cancellation and interruption cover.
- Focus on Your Adventure: Minimise the stress of lost or delayed luggage with our baggage protection.
- Stay Connected: Access our customer care team whenever you need it.
Personalise your plan - Tailor your insurance to suit your travel style with Gigasure's flexible policy options. Choose between Single Trip or Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance, and select from our three available plans. For extended trips, our specialised Backpackers insurance is perfect for longer journeys throughout Spain and beyond. Whatever your itinerary, budget, or needs, we have a plan that fits your Spanish adventure perfectly.
Post-purchase Boosts - After securing your Travel Insurance for Spain, get the Gigasure app to upgrade your cover effortlessly as and when needed. Whether it’s Adventure Sports, Skiing, or Biking, add benefits with just a few taps. This flexibility is ideal for spontaneous decisions, ensuring you’re protected from every exciting twist in your journey.
Gigasure app - Your all-in-one travel companion, the Gigasure app streamlines your insurance experience from start to finish. Instantly purchase and manage your policy, access all your documents, and chat with customer support whenever you need assistance. Our unique 'Boost' feature allows you to enhance your coverage on the go, ensuring protection for those spontaneous activities that make travel truly memorable.
GigaShield Baggage Delay - GigaShield provides cash benefits for delayed baggage. Simply register your flight in the Gigasure app before your trip, and if your luggage is delayed, you’ll receive quick cash compensation.
GigaShield Flight Delay - GigaShield tracks your flight, and if it’s delayed by 3 hours or more, you’ll receive a VIP lounge pass and/or cash payment. Just register your flight in the Gigasure app beforehand to activate this benefit, allowing you to relax during unexpected waits.
Medical cover - Gigasure Assist offers 24/7 worldwide emergency assistance, ensuring you’re covered for all medical emergencies, including injuries or illnesses common in Spain. Medical expenses are covered up to £20,000,000 (depending on the plan selected).
Who needs Travel Insurance for Spain
Spain is a beautiful destination, but, it carries certain risks. The right travel insurance can help you navigate these risks and ensure a worry-free trip. Here’s why having travel insurance for Spain is essential:
Medical treatment in Spain can be costly, especially if you’re unable to access public healthcare services. While Spain has a strong public healthcare system, private care can be expensive. The GHIC and EHIC cards cover certain medical treatments, but they won’t cover the cost of returning home in case of a serious injury. Without medical cover, even minor treatments can result in high out-of-pocket expenses. Gigasure provides medical coverage, including emergency medical evacuation, so you won’t have to worry about costs if accidents or illnesses occur.
Spain is renowned for its adventurous activities, from skiing in the Pyrenees to water sports in the Mediterranean. Many of these activities require specific licenses or permissions, and without proper cover, accidents can lead to significant costs. With the Gigasure app, you can easily upgrade your travel insurance on the go to cover spontaneous activities.
Traveling in Spain also comes with risks such as theft, scams, and accidents. Busy cities and popular tourist spots are prime areas for petty theft; for instance, Barcelona is well-known as a hotspot for pickpockets.
With the right insurance policy, you’ll be protected against lost or stolen items. Gigasure offers coverage under the Personal Belongings and Baggage Benefits, allowing you to make claims and stay protected throughout your trip.
If you plan to travel beyond Spain to other European countries or Schengen areas, having a reliable insurance policy is even more crucial.
Travel Insurance
cover for your trip
to Spain
With Gigasure, you can explore Spain with confidence, knowing you’re protected every step of the way. Our customisable plans and 24/7 emergency assistance ensure a worry-free travel experience. And with the flexibility to personalise and upgrade your policy even after your trip has started, you can adapt to any changes in your plans. So go ahead, book your trip, and let Gigasure handle the rest.
Customisable plans to suit your needs and budget
Gigasure offers three flexible plans—Core, Pro, and Max—allowing you to personalise your cover according to your specific travel requirements. Whether you require basic protection or comprehensive coverage, you can select from various levels and add or remove benefits easily through our platform. Unlike standard plans, our platform allows you to easily adjust coverage by adding or removing different benefit categories, ensuring you only pay for what you truly need.
Even after purchasing your travel insurance, the flexibility continues with the Gigasure app, allowing you to boost your coverage as you travel.
What does Travel Insurance for Spain cover?
Gigasure offers extensive coverage for a range of pre-existing medical conditions, including emergency treatment, hospitalisation, and, if needed, medical evacuations. In case of a medical emergency, our policies provide 24/7 worldwide assistance, so you can count on receiving the care you need without the worry of unexpected expenses.
Our policies help protect you from non-refundable costs if you need to cancel or interrupt your trip due to unforeseen events, such as illness or injury. With Gigasure’s Travel Insurance for Spain, you can reschedule your holiday without the added financial worry.
Gigasure provides coverage for the loss, theft, or damage of your personal belongings and baggage while you travel. In cases of delayed or lost baggage, we offer compensation for essential items, ensuring peace of mind during your travels. This insurance cover is especially important when exploring busy tourist spots like Madrid’s Plaza Mayor or Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.
Travel delays and lost baggage are common concerns for travellers, but with GigaShield, our dedicated travel disruption benefit, we’ve got you covered. Simply register your flight in the Gigasure app before your trip, and GigaShield will provide compensation for delays and other unexpected disruptions along the way. For more details on how this real-time benefit works please visit our dedicated GigaShield page.
In case of a medical emergency, Gigasure ensures swift evacuation to the nearest suitable medical facility or your home country. Our Spain Travel Insurance offers peace of mind by helping to prevent unforeseen expenses during your trip.
Spain is an ideal destination for thrill-seekers, but many standard travel insurance policies exclude adventure activities. With Gigasure, you can add cover for high-risk activities like skiing, diving, and paragliding, ensuring you’re fully protected no matter how adventurous your holiday becomes.
Planning a road trip through Spain? Don't forget to protect your journey. Gigasure's Car Hire Excess Insurance provides essential coverage for your rental vehicle, helping to protect you against unexpected damages and theft.
By securing your Car Hire Excess Insurance and your Travel Insurance through Gigasure, you can simplify your booking process and manage your entire trip seamlessly through the Gigasure app.
How GigaShield protects you during your travel
What is a GigaShield?GigaShield provides real-time, reliable protection for travel disruptions like flight delays and delayed baggage. This feature comes as part of the insurance plans that have included Travel and Baggage Delay cover. With GigaShield, stay comfortable and stress-free throughout your journey. The GigaShield benefits can be easily activated through the Gigasure app by introducing the flight numbers before starting your trip.
GigaShield Flight Delay
Offers airport lounge access or cash payment for delays over 3 hours. Register your flight in the Gigasure app before your trip to activate the benefit.
GigaShield Baggage Delay
Offers prompt cash payment for delayed bags. Get your Property Irregularity Report (PIR) number from your airline company and enter it the Gigasure App.
How does GigaShield Flight Delay work?
Travelling to Spain can sometimes come with unforeseen delays. That’s where GigaShield Flight Delay comes
in, offering a fast cash payment or airport lounge access if your flight is delayed by three hours or more. This
feature is automatically included when you purchase Gigasure’s Spain holiday insurance with Travel
and Baggage Delay cover. To activate this benefit, simply enter your flight details
into the Gigasure app before you travel:
How Does GigaShield Baggage Delay work?
Losing your luggage or experiencing a baggage delay can spoil the start of any holiday. But with GigaShield
Baggage Delay, you can relax knowing you’ll receive a cash payment to cover essential purchases while
waiting for your bags. This benefit is included in Gigasure’s Travel Insurance for Spain when
Travel and Baggage Delay cover is added.
How to purchase Travel Insurance for Spain
Buying your Spain Travel Insurance is made simple with the Gigasure app. Choose from our Core, Pro, or Max
plans, and use toggles to add or remove coverage to suit your budget and needs. With the Gigasure app, you
can also boost your cover mid-trip for spontaneous activities, ensuring flexibility throughout your holiday.
Step 1
Start by sharing your travel plans:destination, your companions, duration
of the trip, and any health issues and
medical conditions
Step 2
Then, select your plan and customiseit by adding the benefits and add-ons
you require
Step 3
Finally, input your information,complete the payment, and start
enjoying the protection and peace of
mind of your new policy
Boost your policy mid-term
With our unique product design, you can boost your policy cover mid-term. Whenever your adventurous spirit strikes, we offer the right cover to keep you protected. Simply access your active policy and select the Boosts you need to ensure you remain fully protected. No matter where your journey takes you, we've got your back.
Our Boosts include:
Gigasure app, your travel companion
With Gigasure's app, purchasing and managing your policy is made simple and convenient. The app allows you to update your policy details easily, contact customer support, and keep a check on your coverage options at any time. The Gigasure app enables you to make adjustments on the go, guaranteeing that your Travel Insurance always meets all your needs.
Manage my policy
in the app
The Gigasure app simplifies policy management for you. With just a few taps, you
can easily manage your policy and make any necessary changes.
Frequently asked questions about
Spain Travel Insurance
While Travel Insurance for Spain is not a legal requirement for UK residents visiting for short stays, it is highly recommended. Medical costs in Spain can be substantial, and without insurance, you may face significant expenses, if you require medical emergency treatment and cannot use public health services. Travel Insurance helps cover unexpected events such as trip cancellations, lost baggage, and medical emergencies, ensuring you are financially protected during your holiday. Given the potential risks associated with travel, including accidents and illnesses, securing Travel Insurance when travelling to Spain is a wise decision to help protect your trip.
Travel insurance for Spain can be pricier than for other European destinations, largely due to higher healthcare costs. Spain’s privatised healthcare system often leads to more expensive medical treatment, and the GHIC and EHIC cards are not as widely effective there as in other European countries. Additionally, these cards don’t cover the cost of repatriation if you suffer a severe injury, which can further increase insurance needs.
While it is not mandatory to have insurance for a holiday in Spain, it is strongly recommended. The NHS and UK Government advice obtaining travel insurance to cover potential medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost belongings. The GHIC provides some coverage but does not extend to all situations or costs. Gigasure’s Travel Insurance for Spain ensures that you are protected against unforeseen events that could disrupt your holiday plans or incur significant expenses.
Healthcare in Spain is not free for tourists, including UK citizens. While residents may access public healthcare services under certain conditions, visitors must either have travel insurance or a GHIC to cover necessary medical treatment. The GHIC allows access to medically necessary services at reduced costs but does not cover all treatments or non-urgent care. The Gigasure Travel Insurance provides medical cover up to £20,000,000 (depending on your chosen plan). Therefore, having medical insurance for travel to Spain is essential to avoid unexpected bills.
The E111 card has been replaced by the Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) for UK citizens post-Brexit. The GHIC provides similar benefits as the E111 but is specifically designed for UK residents travelling within the EU and Schengen Area. It offers limited cover for necessary healthcare but does not replace travel insurance. Therefore, while the GHIC can assist with some medical costs in Spain, it is advisable to also secure additional travel insurance.
The Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) is free of charge and can be applied online through the official government website. It provides access to medically necessary treatment while travelling in EU countries and some other areas but does not cover all types of care or expenses related to emergencies. Although there is no cost associated with obtaining a GHIC, it is crucial to supplement it with comprehensive travel insurance for protection during your travels.
If you do not have an EHIC or GHIC card while travelling in Spain, you may face significant out-of-pocket expenses if you require medical treatment. Without these cards, you will be charged at private rates for any healthcare services received. This situation highlights the importance of having medical insurance for travel to Spain; it protects against high medical costs and ensures access to necessary care without financial strain. The right insurance plan includes extensive medical cover and 24/7 assistance, ensuring you'll always have support when you need it most.
The E111 card has been replaced by the Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) following Brexit. The GHIC allows UK citizens access to necessary state-provided healthcare services when travelling in EU countries and some other regions. While it offers some level of coverage similar to what the E111 provided, it does not cover all treatments or emergencies; hence proper travel insurance offers comprehensive protection that goes well beyond what the GHIC covers. With options like Core, Pro, and Max plans, plus the ability to boost cover through our Gigasure mobile app, you'll have all the protection you need for your Spain adventure.