Brits in Spain
A reminder if you travel to another EU Country, when you can.
*S1 holders and EHIC cards*
We want to remind you that if you are an S1 holder living in Spain and you have a UK European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), this card remains valid for use across the EU for any necessary treatment, until the card expires. Once your EHIC expires you can apply online for a new card at: www.nhs.uk/ehic
In case you may be interested. I was asked the following question which I sent to the British Embassy in Madrid.
"If a person is a Resident of Spain, can they only return to the UK for a maximum period of 90 days out of 180?"
This was the reply:
"Hi Alan, That will depend on the nationality of the person who wishes to travel to the UK.
The 90/180 days limitation rule replies to UK nationals who wish to travel within the Schengen area. This does not include the UK.
There is a limitation to the amount of time you can spend out of Spain, from the point of view of maintaining your residency in Spain."
For further residency questions, please see:UK Gov. Advice : Living in Spain
From British Embassy in Madrid.
Travel Update
Today the Spanish Government has announced that the current travel restrictions will be extended until 19 January 2021 (see BoE bulletin) for further details.
Entry to Spain is restricted to Spanish nationals and those who are already legally resident in Spain. We have updated our travel advice accordingly. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain
If you are resident in Spain, you should carry your residence document (the green paper EU residence certificate or the new TIE), as well as your valid passport when you travel. The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that whilst these restrictions are in place only those residents who can prove their status as residents through the green paper EU residence certificate or the TIE card may enter Spain.
This applies to passengers arriving in Spain from the UK by air and sea only (not overland travel). The restrictions also include flights from the UK to the Balearic Islands and Canary Islands. If you were due to travel to Spain please contact your travel operator before departure.
