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GHIC vs EHIC in 2025: Are These Health Cards Still Valid for UK Travellers in Spain? Expat Tips Published: 14 July 2020 23:57 CET Updated: 19 April 2025 23:57 CET

Since Brexit, UK travellers and second homeowners in Spain have faced new questions about healthcare access abroad. One of the most common concerns is whether the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) still works — and if not, what replaces it. In this article, we break down the current status of...

Face Masks Will Be Made Compulsory In The Balearics From Monday Spain News Published: 10 July 2020 14:18 CET Updated: 10 July 2020 16:18 CET

Spain’s Balearic Islands regional government has said that as of Monday, July 13, the wearing of face masks will be compulsory at all times. ...

Preparing For Brexit: What To Expect From January 2021 Expat Tips Published: 10 July 2020 10:43 CET Updated: 29 September 2025 12:43 CET

The European Commission has published a document titled ‘Getting ready for changes: Communication on readiness at the end of the transition period...

Scotland Retains Quarantine For Spain Trips Spain News Published: 09 July 2020 15:49 CET Updated: 09 July 2020 17:49 CET

Hundreds of thousands of Scottish holidaymakers will have to quarantine for two weeks if they want to travel between Scotland and Spain. Their...

Hopes Of A Brexit Deal As EU Appears To Compromise On Fishing Rights Spain News Published: 08 July 2020 11:30 CET Updated: 08 July 2020 13:30 CET

Hopes of a trade agreement between the UK and the EU appear to be one step closer after Michel Barnier appeared to compromise on the issue of fishing...