HSE National Guideline
HSE National Assessment Guidelines for Medical Card and GP Visit Card
Topic:
Medical card and gp visit card assessment
Document Owner:
General Manager, HSE Primary Care Reimbursement Service - Eligibility Unit, National Services and Schemes
National Group:
National Services and Schemes - HSE Primary Care Reimbursement Service - Eligibility Unit
Effective From: 01 April 2026
These guidelines provide information on how Medical Card and GP Visit Card applications are processed and how eligibility is granted.
The Eligibility Unit assists people in finding out if they are eligible for a Medical Card or a GP Visit Card. We have developed this guide for Medical Cards and GP Visit Cards so you can understand:
- if you qualify
- what is covered
- how to apply
- how we make a decision on your application
- and how to appeal a decision you are unhappy with.