Short answer
Start with the current checklist from the consulate deciding your application. Use this page to organise the verified insurance points, not as a replacement for the consulate’s instructions.
Confirm the current route
Record the consulate, application place and intended submission date.
- Current official NLV checklist saved
- Every applicant and dependant identified
- Required policy period and start date confirmed
Verify the insurer and policy
Check the legal insurer rather than a trading name.
- Insurer authorised to operate in Spain
- Cover matches the risks stated by the consulate
- Co-payment and waiting-period wording checked
- Full policy and personalised terms obtained
Check the certificate
Compare the final certificate against identity documents and the official checklist.
- Full names and identity details match
- Dates cover the required period
- Every family member is named or clearly included
- Payment evidence retained where requested
Keep the complete pack
Save the certificate with the contract, provider directory and underwriting decision.
- Certificate
- Policy wording and personal schedule
- Health declaration and written decision
- Receipt or payment confirmation
- Copy of the official checklist used