How to Arrange Medical Repatriation from Spain to the UK
Why Medical Repatriation from Spain is Common Every year, thousands [...]
Why Medical Repatriation from Spain is Common
Every year, thousands of British nationals require medical support while visiting or living in Spain. Whether due to a fall, stroke, or chronic condition, the need to return home safely is urgent and often complex.
Step-by-Step: Repatriating from Spain
1. Contact a Medical Repatriation Provider
Call or email a specialist provider like Halo Group. We’re available 24/7 and will ask for:
- Patient name and location
- Medical diagnosis (hospital notes if possible)
- Fit-to-fly status
- Preferred destination in the UK
2. Clinical Review & Travel Plan
Our clinicians will assess the patient’s medical needs. Based on this, we’ll recommend:
Air Ambulance – For critical or high-dependency patients- Commercial Medical Escort – For stable patients
- Road Ambulance – From southern or central Spain (e.g. Malaga, Alicante)
Air Ambulance – For critical or high-dependency patients
Commercial Medical Escort – For stable patients
Road Ambulance – From southern or central Spain (e.g. Malaga, Alicante)
3. Quote & Insurance Liaison
We’ll send a fixed quote. If you’re insured, we’ll coordinate with your insurer. If not, we can proceed privately.
4. Coordination & Repatriation
We handle everything:
- Airport coordination
- Medical clearances
- Travel bookings
- Medical staff
- Oxygen/stretcher arrangements
- Bed-to-bed transfers
5. Arrival in the UK
On arrival, the patient is transferred directly to:
- NHS or private hospital
- Care home
- Home address
We provide a full medical handover to ensure continuity of care.
What It Costs
Prices vary by method and distance. As a general guide:
- Commercial escort: from £3,000
- Road ambulance (Spain–UK): from £4,500
- Air ambulance: from £15,000+
We’ll always offer the most clinically appropriate and cost-effective option.
Why Families Choose Halo Group – Our Customer Charter
- We provide compassionate, experienced clinical staff
- We offer a 24/7 response
- We guarantee transparent pricing
- We provide an end-to-end service
- We are CQC-registered & UK-based
Need Help Now?
Call 24/7: 01256533021
Email: ops@halomedicalservice.com
