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Understanding Payments and Reimbursements
When you travel abroad for approved medical treatment, you can claim reimbursement for eligible expenses through Ireland’s Cross-Border Healthcare Directive.
Yes, if your treatment is available under Ireland’s public healthcare system.
You’ll be reimbursed up to the cost of the same treatment in Ireland.
Referral letter, proof of payment, and completed HSE forms.
Usually within 6–12 weeks after submission.
How Funding Works
Your Guide to
Costs &
Reimbursement
Question | EU CBD | NTPF | Private Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
Who pays upfront? | Usually the patient; possible reimbursement | Usually the patient; possible reimbursement | Usually the patient; possible reimbursement |
What’s covered? | Treatment costs; travel may be reimbursed | Treatment costs; travel may be reimbursed | Treatment costs; travel may be reimbursed |
Reimbursement rules | Subject to EU and national regulations | Subject to EU and national regulations | Subject to EU and national regulations |
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