Abbeygate Espana

09/10/2026

Living in Spain? Make sure your car insurance is up to date!

Driving in Spain as an English expat comes with rules you need to know in 2026 — from making sure your insurance meets Spanish requirements to understanding UK-registered vehicles and the new V-16 emergency beacon regulations.

At Abbeygate Insurance, we help English-speaking expats find cover suited to life in Spain, with expert local knowledge and personalised support.

📖 Read our 2026 guide to discover what you need to know and how to stay protected on the road.

👉 https://bit.ly/4s4GST9

07/09/2026

Avatel have finally fixed the issue with our phone line 951277455.

We are back up and running.

The issue with the phone line over the last few months has been a technical issue on behalf of the line provider Avatel.

We hope the line remains operative and we do not experience the issue again.

This being said, if at any point during our working hours you have an issue with getting through to our phone line 951277455 please feel free to send us a message via WhatsApp to our following WhatsApp numbers

Sales/claims 0034 672356696
Renewals 0034 672356695

03/09/2026

⚠️ Technical issues with our head office phone line 951277455 ⚠️

We are currently experiecing a technical issue with our phone line of which results with us not being able to issue outgoing calls nor receive incoming calls.

Any insurance query or request you may have please send a whatsApp message to the following corresponding department:

Sales and claims: 672356696
Renewals: 672356695

24/08/2026

⚠️ Red triangles are OUT. V-16 beacons are IN ⚠️

If you're driving in Spain in 2026, that trusty warning triangle from the UK won't cut it anymore!

Since January 1st, ALL vehicles in Spain (yes, even UK-registered and hire cars!) must carry a DGT-approved V-16 emergency beacon.

Why the change?
📍 Automatically sends your GPS location to emergency services
🚗 Alerts other drivers even when you're safely away from your vehicle
✨ Massively improves roadside safety

The cost of not having one? €200 to €1,000 in fines – and YOU'RE liable, even in a rental car!

Not sure if you're fully compliant with all the 2026 changes? Our comprehensive guide covers everything British expats need to know about car insurance in Spain this year.

📖 Learn More ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UQrME5

Let us help you navigate Spanish insurance requirements in English, with better rates and expert expat support.

💬 Get a Quote

20/08/2026

🚗 Attention British Expats in Spain!

Big changes to car insurance rules kicked in January 2026 – and if you're still driving on UK plates or using your old triangle, you could be facing fines up to €3,000!

Here's what's new:
✅ V-16 beacons are now MANDATORY (goodbye red triangles!)
✅ UK-plated cars need Spanish registration for valid insurance
✅ Personal injury liability limits jumped to €70 million
✅ Driving uninsured? Expect €600-€3,000 fines + possible vehicle impoundment

Don't get caught out! Our latest guide breaks down everything you need to know to stay legal and protected in 2026.

👉 Read the full guide here: https://bit.ly/3Sk8q9y

Need help getting compliant? We speak English, understand expat needs, and can find you the right cover at the best rates.

💬 Get Your Free Quote Today



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17/08/2026

With a focus on flexibility and comprehensive protection, we ensure that your vehicle is safeguarded against potential risks. Our coverage options include liability, collision, and theft protection, offering you the security you need to operate with confidence. 🚚

Contact us now and get a free quote. 💙

10/08/2026

⚠️ We continue to experience the huge inconvenience of the technical issue with our head office (Buenas Noches-Estepona) phone line 951277455 ⚠️

On numerous attempts we have raised the incident to Avatel which results unsuccessful as they continue to not provide the service with fixing the issue.

Coming up to 6 weeks now without our phone line being operative we agree is not acceptable and our complaint has been raised to Avatel on many occasions.

Any insurance query or request you may have please send a message to the following WhatsApp numbers and we shall respond in due course:

Sales/claims: 672356696
Renewals: 672356695

Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 09:30-18:30h and on Saturdays 10:00h-14:00h

We really hope for a solution soon.

08/08/2026

🐾Protect the pets that make your house a home.

With Abbeygate Pet Insurance, your furry companions can get the care they deserve when unexpected vet bills arise. 🐶🐱

Because they’re not just pets — they’re family. 💙

07/08/2026

Avatel Telecom

⚠️ We continue to experience the huge inconvenience of the technical issue with our head office (Buenas Noches-Estepona) phone line 951277455 ⚠️

On numerous attempts we have raised the incident to Avatel which results unsuccessful as they continue to not provide the service with fixing the issue.

Coming up to 6 weeks now without our phone line being operative we agree is not acceptable and our complaint has been raised to Avatel on many occasions.

Any insurance query or request you may have please send a message to the following WhatsApp numbers and we shall respond in due course:

Sales/claims: 672356696
Renewals: 672356695

Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 09:30-18:30h and on Saturdays 10:00h-14:00h

We really hope for a solution soon.