The Irish National Health Plan does not cover United States or Canadian visitors. Ask your insurance agent or broker before you travel if your health plan is valid in Ireland.

EU Citizens are entitled to free hospital treatment in a public ward and should obtain a E111 form prior to departure. This should be presented to the doctor or hospital, along with identification, if and when required. If you think you are entitled to cash benefits, you should apply within three days of becoming ill to:

    Department Of Social Welfare,
    EU Records,
    Floor 1,
    O'Connell Bridge House,
    Dublin 2
    Ireland.