AdvanceCare (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Health insurance and care network manager for individuals and companies.
Portugal
Public systemHow health coverage works
In Portugal, basic health cover is provided by the public system.
The public National Health Service (SNS) offers near-universal coverage to residents with small user fees. Many people also take private insurance for faster access.
Basic coverage is provided by the public system. Serviço Nacional de Saúde
Private health insurance
Ageas Portugal (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer offering health plans among other lines.
Also offers
Allianz (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Portuguese arm of Allianz offering health insurance.
Also offers
Fidelidade (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Largest Portuguese insurer, with its own health network.
Also offers
Medis (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Portuguese health insurer with individual and family plans.
Key facts
| Official source | Serviço Nacional de Saúde |
|---|---|
| Insurers listed | AdvanceCare, Ageas Portugal, Allianz, Fidelidade, Medis |
| Last reviewed |
Frequently asked questions
How does health insurance work in Portugal?
The public National Health Service (SNS) offers near-universal coverage to residents with small user fees. Many people also take private insurance for faster access.
Is private health insurance mandatory in Portugal?
No. In Portugal, basic cover comes from the public system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.
Which health insurers can I look at in Portugal?
Well-known insurers listed for Portugal, in alphabetical order: AdvanceCare, Ageas Portugal, Allianz, Fidelidade, Medis. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.
Where can I find official information on health cover in Portugal?
Serviço Nacional de Saúde: https://www.sns.gov.pt