Ukrainians to be means-tested for medical cards after a year

Ukrainians whose medical cards are due for annual review soon are set to get a three-month extension.
HSE Medical Card

HSE Medical Card

Ukrainians are to be means-tested for their medical cards after one year of living in Ireland, the Irish Examiner has learned.

Currently, all Ukrainians fleeing war are automatically entitled to a medical card on their arrival here.

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