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Why do I need to show evidence of health insurance?

Applicants must satisfy the Embassy or Consulate that they have adequate health insurance coverage in Ireland for the duration of their stay in the country.

This is to ensure that, should health coverage be required by the applicant while in Ireland, the cost of this coverage will not fall to the Irish State.