How to apply for Medical Card
Check you meet the conditions first — who can get Medical Card. Then use the official form below.
There is no single downloadable form for this one
Medical Card is applied for through MyWelfare or the office that handles it. Start from the official page below rather than a form.
What you will need
- Your PPS number.
- Proof of identity and, usually, proof of address.
- Any supporting documents the form names — medical reports, payslips or bank statements, depending on the payment.
- Details of your income and savings, because this payment is means-tested.
Where to send it
National Medical Card Unit,
(Postal applications)P.O Box 11745FinglasDublin 11D11 XKF3
After you apply
- Processing takes time. If you are left without income while you wait, you can apply for Supplementary Welfare Allowance in the meantime.
- If you are refused, you can appeal — but you have only 60 days from the date on the decision letter.
- Tell the Department if your circumstances change, as it can affect what you are entitled to.