Medical expenses tax relief calculator (Ireland)
Add up your healthcare costs and see the 20% you can claim straight back.
Medical Expenses Relief
Get 20% back on most healthcare costs — no minimum, no upper limit. Add your out-of-pocket expenses below.
Subtracted before the 20% is applied — you can only claim on what you paid yourself.
Estimates based on Revenue.ie 2026 tax-year rates and simplified rules — for guidance only, not personal tax advice. Your exact position can differ. Get an exact figure from us →
How this is calculated
You can claim 20% tax relief on most non-routine medical and dental costs that aren't covered by insurance or the State — GP and consultant fees, prescriptions, physiotherapy, orthodontics and non-routine dental work. There's no minimum spend and no upper limit, and you can claim for yourself, your spouse and dependent children. Any amount reimbursed by health insurance is deducted first, then relief is given at 20%. Claims can go back four years through myAccount. The calculator totals your qualifying costs by category and shows the 20% you can reclaim.
Questions people ask
What medical expenses can I claim tax back on?
Doctor and consultant fees, prescribed medicines, physiotherapy, and non-routine dental and orthodontic work — at 20%. Routine dental and eye care don't qualify.
Is there a minimum spend?
No — there's no minimum and no maximum. You get 20% back on every qualifying euro not reimbursed by insurance.
Can I claim for my family?
Yes — you can claim for yourself, your spouse and dependent children, as long as you paid the bill.
What about nursing home fees?
Nursing home fees are included in the calculator. They can attract relief at your higher rate rather than 20% in some cases. [VERIFY: revenue.ie]
Rates last updated: July 2026 · Source: Revenue.ie · How we verify our figures
Read the detail
Medical Expenses Tax Relief in Ireland: What You Can Actually Claim Back explains the rules behind this number.