Spain - automatic residency?

[rubio_higuey]

Spain I believe is trying to cut back on medical tourism - people who come for free treatment for non critical conditions. Of course people who come from UK, Belgium etc. are not motivated to do this since there is comprehensive medical health schemes in those countries. About 50 euros a day sounds reasonable to cover living expenses. It is normally covered by a valid credit card shown at the border if in doubt.

People are taking advantage of the current downturn in prices. I sold my place in Spain 6 years ago.

yapask1

This is BS, in no EU country you can get "free" health insurance. You either have to have local health insurance/health plan or European health insurance card (covers emergencies only). So non-essential non-critical treatment, free, in Europe, being administered to non-EU citizens? Balooney!!