Health & Safety

Mandatory Health Insurance: All students must have a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or private health insurance for the duration of their studies at Escuela de Negocios. Additionally, students enrolled in any Escuela de Negocios programme must ensure they have high medical coverage for the Schengen Area, including medical expenses and repatriation.

Medical Records: Make sure you are familiar with your medical history and know how to access your records, including details about current or past conditions, allergies, medications, immunization history, and any recent hospitalizations.

Medical Conditions: If you see a doctor regularly for any health issue, it’s a good idea to have an appointment with your healthcare provider before leaving. Plan ahead for how to manage your treatment while abroad.

Prescription Medications: Bring copies of all prescriptions to confirm that the medications are yours. If you will need refills while in Seville, check if the medication is available locally. If not, consider bringing enough for your entire stay. If you wear glasses or contacts, remember to bring a copy of your prescription and extra pairs.

Adapting to life in a foreign country can feel easy at times and challenging at others. You will likely experience both highs and lows as you adjust to life in Seville. This is completely normal—everyone goes through various stages of cultural adjustment, and some may find it more difficult than others.

Living in Spain, even temporarily, means building a real day-to-day life — not just enjoying an extended holiday. Taking care of yourself and creating healthy habits will help you feel more grounded and comfortable during your stay.

Start by establishing a routine. Keeping regular schedules for meals, sleep, study, and leisure can give you stability in a new environment.

Prioritize your physical health. If exercise is part of your normal life, continue it in Seville. The city offers many gyms, parks, and sports clubs where you can stay active and connect with others. Maintaining movement will support both your physical and mental well-being.

Support your mental health as well. If you usually see a therapist, consider finding one locally. English-speaking professionals are available, and the International Department of the Escuela de Negocios can help you identify suitable options.

Pay attention to nutrition by eating regularly and choosing balanced, nourishing meals.

Finally, adapt to the local climate. Seville can be very hot and sunny, so wear sunscreen, drink plenty of water, and plan your activities outside the hottest hours of the day — just as locals do.

Even if you take care of yourself, it’s completely normal to get sick from time to time. You know your body best, so trust yourself when deciding if you need to rest, take medication, or see a doctor. The Escuela de Negocios can help you schedule a doctor’s appointment, and for Study Abroad students, we can even accompany you if you’re not comfortable speaking in Spanish.

Pharmacies in Seville: Every neighborhood has a "farmacia de guardia" that is open 24/7. In Spain, if you describe your symptoms to the pharmacist, they can provide you with the medication you need. This is the quickest way to address minor health issues.

If your condition worsens, go to the hospital. In case of an emergency, call 112 for emergency services (English-speaking) and then contact the Escuela de Negocios emergency phone (for students participating in tailor-made study programmes only).

In case of an emergency, follow the guidelines shared during orientation. Make sure your phone is on and regularly check your email inbox for updates.

Important safety information

All students must have a functional phone number and email address for the duration of their studies at the Escuela de Negocios, and this information must be provided to Escuela de Negocios. It’s crucial that Escuela de Negocios can reach each student in case of an emergency.

International students from certain programmes at Escuela de Negocios will be given a phone number for 24/7 Force Majeure assistance (this service is not available on bank holidays, holiday periods, or official festivities).

Please note that this number is not a substitute for official emergency services. If you need police, fire, or ambulance assistance, dial 112 immediately, followed by the Escuela de Negocios emergency phone number (for students participating in tailor-made study programmes only).