Title: Getting Irish health insurance: A complete guide - Wise, formerly TransferWise
Headings: Getting Irish health insurance: A complete guide
Getting Irish health insurance: A complete guide
What kind of healthcare system does Ireland have?
Who is covered by health insurance and what's actually covered?
What are the costs of heathcare in Ireland?
What are the differences between public and private health insurance?
The Medical Card
The GP Visit Card
Public healthcare without a card
Other public schemes
Private insurance
Cash plans
Irish healthcare for students
Do I need to choose a family doctor / GP?
Are pre-existing conditions covered?
Are there any deductions I can make for medical expenses in my Irish taxes?
How do I sign up for medical insurance?
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Content: Getting Irish health insurance: A complete guide - Wise, formerly TransferWise
Living Abroad Life in Ireland
Getting Irish health insurance: A complete guide
Wise
21.11.17
12 minute read
Ireland boasts a thorough public health system, with heavily subsidised care for almost everyone in the country. But some complex aspects to the system can make the difference between care that costs almost nothing, and care that can end up costing quite a lot. If you’re planning a move to Ireland, our guide to health insurance will talk you through the options you face. What kind of healthcare system does Ireland have? The basics of the Irish healthcare system are very simple. Everyone who lives in Ireland permanently is eligible for public healthcare. It’s not dependent on taxes or any decisions you make: if you live there, you’re covered by public healthcare.