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PRSI Hearing Aid Grant in Ireland
You may qualify for up to €500 towards each hearing aid, or up to €1,000 for a pair, through the PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme.
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How much is the PRSI hearing aid grant?
The PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme may cover the full cost of a hearing aid up to a maximum of €500 for each ear, or €1,000 for a pair. The scheme may also cover one hearing aid repair per aid, up to a maximum of EUR 100. Hearing aid and repair benefits are generally available once every four calendar years. Eligibility depends on your PRSI contribution record and other scheme conditions. Blackberry Hearing can help you check whether you qualify before you choose your hearing aids.
Up to €500 towards each hearing aid
Up to €1,000 towards a pair
Available once every four calendar years
Up to €100 towards one repair per hearing aid
Eligibility check available online
Our team can help with the application
Hearing Aid Grant Check
You could save up to €1,000 on hearing aids if you qualify for the hearing aid grant. Simply fill in your details in our online form below to check your grant status.
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What is the PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme?
The PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme is administered by the Department of Social Protection. It may help eligible people with the cost of hearing aids and hearing aid repairs.
Who can claim the grant?
The PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme may be available to insured workers, self-employed people and retired people who have the required PRSI contributions.
Claim under spouse or civil partner
You may be able to receive Treatment Benefit through an eligible spouse, civil partner or cohabitant who meets the relevant PRSI contribution conditions.
We can help check whether this applies to you and explain the information needed to process the claim.
Tax relief on hearing aids?
You may be able to claim tax relief on eligible hearing aid costs through Revenue. Tax relief is separate from the PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme and depends on Revenue rules and your individual tax circumstances.
What if I do not qualify for the PRSI grant?
If you do not meet the PRSI contribution conditions, you can still speak with Blackberry Hearing about hearing aid options and payment plans.
You may also be able to claim tax relief on eligible medical expenses, including hearing aids, subject to Revenue rules and your personal circumstances. For more information, read our hearing aid tax relief guide.
Our team can talk you through the available options and help you choose a solution that suits your hearing needs and budget.
How do I apply?
We simply need 3 pieces of information:
- Your full name
- PPS Number
- Date of Birth
If you have a medical card you can also apply for PRSI benefits and reduce the costs of your hearing aids.
To check your availability, simply fill in the grant form above or call our team on 01-6978470.
This grant is subject to eligibility.
The grant is funded by the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection. The grant can only be claimed once every 4 years.
What hearing aids are available?
Once qualified for the hearing aid grant, you can apply the amount €500 or €1,000 off any of our hearing aids. We offer a wide range of options including:
- Digital hearing aids
- Bluetooth hearing aids
- Rechargeable hearing aid
- Invisible hearing aids
All our hearing aids come with a 4-year warranty and free aftercare plan. You can also claim an additional 20% at the end of the tax year.
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