Health Care in Valencia
Summary: Learn about the health system in Valencia: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Valencia.
Valencia has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the National Health System (SNS) and is used by both Spanish citizens and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Valencia for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Valencia are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Spain. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Private hospitals in Valencia are typically more modern and offer more personalized care than public hospitals.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Valencia
The most popular hospitals and clinics for expats in Valencia include:
- Hospital Universitario La Fe: This is a public hospital located in Valencia. It is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
- Clinica Quirón Valencia: This is a private hospital located in Valencia. It specializes in orthopedic surgery and offers personalized care.
- Clinica IMED Valencia: This is a private hospital located in Valencia. It specializes in cardiology and offers personalized care.
Emergency Services in Valencia
Valencia has ambulance services that can be called by dialing 112. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.
Health Insurance Companies in Valencia
The most popular private health insurers in Valencia are Sanitas, Adeslas, and DKV Seguros. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
Additional Information:
- Expat Guide to Valencia
- 7 Weekend Getaways for Digital Nomads Living in Valencia
- Best Bookstores and Libraries in Valencia
- Fun Classes for Expats Living in Valencia
- Public Transportation in Valencia
- Best Markets in Valencia
- Retire in Valencia Guide
- 7 Tips for Living in Valencia
- Pros & Cons of Living in Valencia
- Tips for Expats Driving in Valencia
- Cost of Living in Valencia
- Health Care in Valencia
- The Essential Guide to Valencia
- Moving to Valencia
- Healthcare & Health Insurance in Spain
- Best Places to Live in Spain
- Real Estate in Spain
- 10 Tips for Living in Spain
- What It's Like Living in Valencia
- Pros and Cons of Living in Spain 2026
- 2026 Guide to Moving to Spain


