What is the EU Cross Border Directive?

Introduced in 2014, the EU Cross Border Directive (EUCBD) was designed to give patients across Europe more control over their healthcare. Under this HSE-supported scheme, Irish patients can access any treatment available in Ireland’s public system in another EU country and receive full reimbursement.

A Growing Trend in Ireland and Across Europe

Since its introduction, the EUCBD has grown in popularity, with thousands of Irish patients benefiting from faster access to essential medical care. In 2022 alone, over 6,000 Irish patients used the scheme to access treatments abroad, with Spain emerging as a preferred destination due to its high-quality healthcare and excellent medical facilities.

Why More Patients Are Choosing the EUCBD

• No Waiting Lists – Get treatment in weeks, not years. You don’t need to be on a waiting list to access the Cross Border Directive.
• Medical Treatment Reimbursed – Surgery costs are paid back by the HSE.
• Financial Assistance – Many financial institutions support patients on this journey by providing them with short-term funding if necessary to facilitate cross border treatment.
• Access to Top-Tier Healthcare – Spain ranks #3 in Europe for medical care.
• Easily Accessible – Direct flights to Spain from Dublin, Cork, Shannon, and Knock year-round.

How Healthcare Abroad Helps

At Healthcare Abroad, we help Irish patients navigate the EUCBD process with ease. Our partnerships with 86 internationally accredited hospitals mean patients receive first-class treatment with expert surgeons.

Unlike handling the process alone, we take care of everything, including:

• Booking your consultation and surgery.
• Arranging all paperwork and liaising with the HSE.
• Providing free airport pickup and hospital transfers.

Start Your Journey Today

If you need surgery but don’t want to wait, check our available treatments, learn how it works, and read patient stories from those who have already benefited from the EUCBD.

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📞 Call us today on +353 01 267 8011 to start your journey to better healthcare!