Free Contraception Service Scheme – Extension to Women Aged 35

Emergency Contraception

At present, the Free Contraception Service Scheme is available to women aged 17-31 years. From 1 July 2024, the scheme will be extended to 35-year-olds, meaning that, women will now be eligible for free contraception under the scheme from their 17th birthday until the day before their 36th birthday. This legislation was signed by the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD, on 12 June 2024 and can be found here. The latest HSE circular NCO-25-2024 can be read here.

For more information on this scheme and the service fees that apply please see here.

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