Healthcare in Ireland
How the HSE works, finding a GP, emergencies, insurance and children’s health.
6 guides · about 14 minutes in total
The guides below are in the order the app walks you through them — each one unblocks the next. The opening of every guide is free to read here; the full text is in the app.
- 1
Irish Healthcare System
The healthcare system in Ireland is a complex mix of public and private services, with the government providing the majority of funding. Ireland's…
2 min read
- 2
Find a GP
General Practitioners (GPs) are the primary healthcare providers in Ireland. They are usually the first point of contact for individuals seeking medical…
2 min read
- 3
Emergency Health Services
In Ireland, emergency health services are operated by the Health Service Executive (HSE). If you require urgent medical attention, there are several…
2 min read
- 4
Medical Insurances
Health insurance in Ireland is an important consideration for those looking to protect themselves and their families against unexpected medical expenses…
2 min read
- 5
Children's health
Children in Ireland have access to a range of healthcare services. Many of these services are free, while some require payment.
2 min read · For Parents
- 6
How to find a GP in Dublin that is taking new patients
In Ireland your GP (general practitioner, or family doctor) is the front door to the health system: prescriptions, referrals to hospital consultants…
4 min read
Other sections
Beyond the guides
Plan the whole move from your phone
Moving to Ireland turns 99 guides into a personal checklist. Tell it your passport, whether you have moved yet, and who is coming with you, and it lays out every step in order — from the visa to the bins.
- Step-by-step checklist
- Tailored to your passport
- Pre-move & post-move
- Family & pet sections
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