Insurance guides

Guide to insurance in Spain

Articles on car insurance, health insurance, home insurance, liability, compulsory insurance, costs and claims - especially for German-speaking people in Spain.

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Car

Car insurance costs 2026

Price factors, examples and savings tips for car insurance in Spain.

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Car

Extended third-party cover or comprehensive cover?

Which coverage makes sense for new, older or financed vehicles.

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Car

Claim checklist Spain

What you should document after an accident, parking damage or glass breakage.

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Health

Health insurance costs 2026

Private and public health insurance: costs and typical situations.

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Health

Private or public health insurance?

Differences for residents, pensioners, self-employed people and families.

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The basics

Which insurances are mandatory in Spain?

Overview of mandatory and sensible insurance for Germans in Spain.

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New cycling rules in Spain

Following distances, overtaking, helmets and visibility since October 2026.

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MAPFRE information in German

Product information based on the available German-language MAPFRE documents as well as direct requests for offers.

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MAPFRE car insurance

Cover levels, roadside assistance and official German vehicle brochure.

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MAPFRE health insurance

Doctor/clinic network and reimbursement model clearly explained.

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MAPFRE home insurance

Inquiries for houses, apartments, second homes and holiday properties.

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Spanish insurance terminology

Look up insurance terms

What do Franquicia, Póliza, Siniestro and Copago mean? Our Spanish insurance glossary explains key terms in English and links to the relevant insurance topics.