How is healthcare in Tenerife?

The highest healthcare standards As well as all the benefits of their climate and landscape, the Canary Islands have an advanced, extensive primary healthcare system, the first level of access to the archipelago's Public Health System for citizens.



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NHS Hospitals in Tenerife – Santa Cruz They also serve patients from the surrounding Canary Islands. Both establishments are modern, extremely well equipped and very clean.

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Cardiovascular diseases are the first cause of death in Spain, accounting for 33.71% of total deaths. Within this group, ischaemic heart disease is the first cause in men (22,923 deaths). Cerebrovascular diseases are the main cause in women (21,927 deaths). In second position are tumours, which cause 25.9% of deaths.

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As an expat working and contributing to social security in Spain, you'll get access to free doctor appointments and subsidised prescriptions by presenting your Tarjeta Sanitaria Individual or TSI- your Spanish Health Card. Your legal spouse and children under the age of 15 will be entitled to healthcare as well.

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Tenerife boasts not only a sunny climate but after all, the cost of living is not very high compared to the European mainland. Taxes are lower than on the Spanish peninsula and also flights between the Spanish mainland and Tenerife are very affordable… as long as you're registered on the island.

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The Candelaria Hospital is the most outstanding regional public health centres, with a score of 70.5%, ranking higher than the Doctor Negrin Hospital in Gran Canaria that scored 67.5%.

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Tenerife is a hiker's paradise It offers diverse volcanic landscapes, pine forests and green valleys with stunning views across numerous hiking routes. Less adventurous travellers can drive through the protected national park to admire the beauty of this part of the island. Then there's the Masca Trail.

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Private Consultation: “In case you do not hold a travel insurance you will be able to see the doctor for a very affordable price. The costs of consultations varies depending of the issue but everything will be explain to you before you see the Doctor so you will never have a surprise after.

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Tenerife offers a very attractive tax rate within the Canary Islands Special Zone (ZAC), with a 4% Corporate Tax, instead of 30% of the general regime in the rest of Spain. Non-resident income tax is not subject to withholding on dividend distributions.

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Santa Cruz, Tenerife is one of the safest places in Europe when compared to other large cities such as London, Paris, and Madrid. That said, there is a bustling nightlife in some areas which can attract things like petty crime, drinking, and drug use.

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Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.

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The crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean around Tenerife and the Canary Islands are internationally known for their quality and temperatures of 70 degrees. Filled with a rich diversity of marine life, the island is an undersea paradise for experienced or first time divers.

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The Pros and Cons of moving to each of the Canary Islands:
  • Tenerife – Best for everyone including British Expats. ...
  • Fuerteventura – Best for beaches and great value properties. ...
  • Gran Canaria – Best for laid-back holiday homes. ...
  • Lanzarote – Best for families and the young hip crowd.


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The following countries in the Caribbean have the best healthcare system.
  • Bahamas.
  • Barbados.
  • Cayman Islands.
  • Turks & Caicos Islands.
  • Costa Rica.
  • Mexico.
  • St Lucia.


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Furthermore, apart from the natural resources, the islands boast most reputable medical services. The Spanish Healthcare System having been ranked 7th in the world by the World Health Organization and is considered one of the best in Europe.

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It also rains very rarely and not too much. However, there is a big disadvantage of the weather in Tenerife, known as ”CALIMA”. It's the hot wind from Sahara which brings dust and sand, and it can happen anytime. This is the main reason why you'll not be able to see as far as usually.

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If you were to ask me if Tinerfeños (people from Tenerife) were friendly people to live amongst, I'd answer “Yes” without any hesitation.

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Care at private centres will always be charged. We recommend always travelling with international medical insurance, especially if you are not a citizen of the European Union, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Lichtenstein or a country with a bilateral healthcare agreement with Spain that covers assistance.

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4. Quality of Medical Care and Access to Public Healthcare. Both Portugal and Spain have excellent healthcare systems, but there are some differences. Portugal's National Health Service (SNS) provides universal coverage and is known for its high standard of care.

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