October 15th, 2024 Update: the Manchester (UK), San Francisco (US), NYC (US), and Lisbon (PT) Consulates accept certain Medical Certificate for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa issued by registered Spanish doctors with specific conditions. Applicants must be physically present in Spain at the time of issuance, and the certificate must be in the official format. Proof of presence, such as a passport and entry/exit stamps, may be required.
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Common Challenges
- Unfamiliarity with Requirements: Many doctors are not familiar with the specific language needed for the certificate and may decline to issue it. Consulates will reject certificates with phrases like “without having examined the patient” and “to the best of my knowledge.”
- UK Residents: Some NHS doctors charge up to £50 for the certificate. Additional costs include legalization or apostille (around £35) and translation (£30-£35), adding both time and expense.
- US Residents: Many MDs require blood tests and vaccines, further complicating the process.
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Medical Certificate Details
Receive a compliant certificate to apply at any UK, US, Canada, or Australian Spanish consulate (*see notice above). It includes the necessary wording that you “do not suffer from any disease that could cause serious repercussions to public health according to the International Health Regulations 2005.”
No Translation or Apostille Needed
Since the certificate is issued by a licensed Spanish doctor, it doesn’t need to be translated or apostilled. The process is streamlined through a brief questionnaire and a short video call with an English-speaking doctor.
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Steps to Obtain Your Medical Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for a Medical Certificate?
Anyone. Residents from USA, UK, Canada, Australia, etc. As long as you are correctly identified with a Passport, fill the medical questionnaire and answer the doctor’s questions in English or Spanish.
Is this medical certificate accepted by any Spanish consulate or within Spain?
Yes. Please read the important notice on top of this page.
How much does the Medical Certificate cost?
It costs €90 as of October 2024.
Does the Certificate need to be translated or Apostilled?
No, it doesn’t need to be apostilled nor translated.
Is the doctor who issues the certificate a registered Spanish doctor?
Yes, the registered Spanish doctor will provide a certificate digitally signed, including his/her Doctor registration number from the official Doctors Association.
How long does the process normally take?
Once the video interview is finished and you have paid successfully, he/she will issue the certificate at a maximum period of 24hs.
How do I receive the certificate?
You will receive your certificate by email. The certificate will be signed digitally.
Where I can get a Health insurance, compliant with any Spanish visa?
Yes, just go here: Health insurances for Expats compliant with Spanish Non-lucrative visas, Student Visa, Digital Nomad Visa and Golden Visas. Medical Certificates. Travel health insurances
Do I need any software to have the video call with the Doctor?
Yes, you need to have Whatsapp installed in your mobile phone. Here are the links to download whatsapp on Android and the link to download whatsapp on IOS. Whatsapp needs to be installed in your mobile phone, but you can also use it on your laptop too.
How can I get immigration experts to help me with my visa application?
Yes, just go here: Consultations with Immigration Lawyers, Tax Advisors, translators & relocation experts
