FREE CONTRACEPTION IN IRELAND
Women in ireland aged 17-35 are eligible for FREE CONTRACEPTION
MY FREE CONTRACEPTION OPTIONS #MYCONTRACEPTION
IS CONTRACEPTION FREE IN IRELAND?
The following contraception methods are covered under the State Contraception Scheme. Which one is the right fit for your hormonal and sexual health?
SHORT OR LONG ACTING? WHICH TYPES OF CONTRACEPTION ARE COVERED UNDER THE FREE CONTRACEPTION SCHEME?
The state contraception scheme covers a number of different types of contraception including short-acting and long-acting reversible contraceptives. Learn about the different options available to you.
Free contraception Ireland: Are you eligible?
Who can access free contraception?
- A female or person with a uterus
- Aged between 17-35
- Living in Republic of Ireland
What information do you need to provide to access the free contraception scheme?
- Name and address
- PPS number
- Date of birth
WHAT COSTS ARE COVERED BY THE FREE CONTRACEPTION SCHEME?
The following costs are covered by the scheme:
Contraception consultation
The cost of your consultation with your GP or doctor to talk about your contraception options.
Prescription for contraception given to you by your doctor
These will be given to you free-of-charge by any participating pharmacy.
The cost of fitting and removal of long-acting reversable contraception (LARCs)
including implants, IUDs and IUSs (coils).
Any follow-up appointments relating to the implant or coil.
Emergency contraception
OTHER OPTIONS #MYCONTRACEPTION
The following contraception options are available to you but not covered under the state contraception scheme:
WHERE CAN I ORGANISE A CONSULTATION FOR FREE CONTRACEPTION?
You can access the free contraception scheme through your GP if they have signed up to the scheme. Alternatively, if you do not have a GP or your GP is not signed up to the scheme you can access it from some Family Planning Clinics.
You can access a number of different forms of contraception under the free contraception scheme. It is important that you organise a visit with your GP or doctor to discuss all the options and decide which one suit your needs best.
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