S1 FORM for Healthcare in Spain

Venetia House
Sep 5, 2022
2 min read

Updated: Jun 2

What Is the S1 Form?

The S1 form allows UK nationals living in Spain to access UK-funded state healthcare through the Spanish public health system. It’s designed for:

UK State Pensioners now resident in Spain
Cross-border workers paying UK National Insurance
Spouses and dependants, if eligible
As an S1 holder visiting England, you are entitled to NHS treatment on the same basis as residents. This includes free access to services that are typically free for UK residents. However, standard charges applicable to residents, such as prescription fees, will also apply to you (Changed in January 2024)

🧾 How to Apply for the S1 Form

You can request your S1 from the NHS Overseas Healthcare Services:

📞 Phone: +44 (0)191 218 1999📧 Email: nhsbsa.ohsregistrations@nhs.net🕒 Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm | Sat: 9am–3pm

What you’ll need:

Your UK National Insurance number
The date you moved to Spain
The date of your first pension payment (if applicable)
Registering Your S1 in Spain

Once you receive your S1, it must be registered with the INSS (Spanish Social Security Office).

📍 This process can be done online without a digital certificate.

Required Documents:

Your S1 form
Completed INSS registration form
Passport and TIE/NIE (if available)
Proof of relationship (for dependants)

Step-by-Step:

Visit the INSS S1 Portal
Click "Enviar Solicitud"
Confirm your email address with a code
Enter your details and upload:
- Selfie holding ID
- Passport (front & back)
- Completed application form
- S1 form and other required documents
Accept the communication terms and sign electronically
Submit the application

🗂️ IMPORTANT: After INSS approval, you must attend your local health centre in Spain with your documents to finalise registration and collect your SIP card (public health card).

💳 S1 Registration Service — €45 + IVA

Skip the hassle — we can register your S1 online for you.

✅ €45 + IVA includes:

Full document preparation
Online submission of your application
Email support and clear guidance on the next steps

⚠️ Please note: You’ll still need to attend your local health centre in Spain to collect your health card once approved.

👉 Contact us now to get started.

🩺 Need Urgent Healthcare Before Registration?

If you're waiting for your residency paperwork or haven’t yet registered your S1, you can request a Provisional Replacement Certificate (PRC) for temporary coverage:

📞 Call: +44 (0)191 218 1999💡 You'll need to provide details of the hospital or clinic.

Present the PRC at your local health centre or hospital for necessary treatment.