Ireland
Health & Emergencies

Healthcare Guide: Ireland

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Ireland has European-quality healthcare with reasonable care. Standards vary between public and private.

Risk Indicators

Low
Health Risk
Good
Hospital Quality
Low
Security Risk
EUR (Euro)
Local Currency

What to Know Before You Travel

Healthcare System

Public System

The public system offers coverage; EU tourists can use the EHIC.

Private Network

Good-quality private clinics in Dublin and main areas.

Estimated Medical Costs

ServiceEstimated Cost
General practice visit100-150 EUR ($110-165 USD)
Emergency room300-500 EUR ($330-550 USD)
Hospitalization (per day)600-1,000 EUR ($660-1,100 USD)
Emergency surgery3,000-8,000 EUR ($3,300-8,800 USD)
Ambulance400-600 EUR ($440-660 USD)
Raio-X100-200 EUR ($110-220 USD)
Exames de sangue50-100 EUR ($55-110 USD)

* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.

Recommended Hospitals

St James Hospital Public
Dublin
Main public hospital
Galenia Private Hospital Private
Dublin
Quality private hospital

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are well distributed, open until 6-7pm, with European medication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Ireland. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.

The main emergency number in Ireland is 112. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.

The public system offers coverage; EU tourists can use the EHIC.

Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 100-150 EUR ($110-165 USD), while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.

Pharmacies are well distributed, open until 6-7pm, with European medication.

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