Health Insurance Authority

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Health Insurance Authority State body that regulates the private health insurance market in Ireland

The Health Insurance Authority is an independent regulator of the Irish health insurance market. Their website www.healthinsurancecomparison.ie, is the only comprehensive unbiased tool available in Ireland which allows consumers to compare plan benefits and prices across the market. Tel: 0818 929 166
(01) 406 0080

Fax: (01) 406 0081

Opening times: 9.15-12.45 2.00-5.30

05/11/2026

Have you tried the HIA Health Insurance Comparison Tool?

Whether you already have health insurance or are exploring your options, the tool can help you compare available plans based on your coverage preferences and budget.
Take a look at what's available and make an informed decision about your cover.

Try the free, impartial tool: https://www.hia.ie/health-insurance-comparison

Renewing your health insurance? Take some time to review your cover before your policy renews.Your renewal letter outlin...
03/11/2026

Renewing your health insurance? Take some time to review your cover before your policy renews.

Your renewal letter outlines any price or benefit changes that apply to your plan. Check the details and consider whether your current cover still meets your needs.
You can compare available plans using the HIA’s free, impartial Health Insurance Comparison Tool.

Find out more at hia.ie

29/10/2026

🛒 🛍️ Renewal date coming up soon? Don’t forget to shop around to see what other plans are available!

Visit hia.ie to learn more about shopping around, switching, and waiting periods.

When you're looking for health insurance, it can be hard to know where to begin. Think about what type of healthcare you...
27/10/2026

When you're looking for health insurance, it can be hard to know where to begin. Think about what type of healthcare you use now, and what may be coming down the line from you, and see what you can find within your budget that best meets those needs. For help shopping around, visit our website or contact us at [email protected] with your budget and requirements!

22/10/2026

What is a pre-existing condition and can I still buy health insurance?

A pre-existing condition is anything you had signs or symptoms for in the six months before you bought health insurance. You won't pay more, but you might have waiting periods. Visit hia.ie to learn more!

20/10/2026

➕Wondering how we calculate Lifetime Community Rating loadings?➗

Our Head of Regulation and Compliance gives an example of how to calculate your loading and how long it applies for!

Have you compared your health insurance plan recently? Our free Comparison Tool allows you to compare health insurance p...
15/10/2026

Have you compared your health insurance plan recently? Our free Comparison Tool allows you to compare health insurance plans based on your own cover preferences.

Taking a few minutes to review your options could help you find a plan that better suits your needs.

For more information, visit hia.ie or email [email protected] for free, impartial information.

13/10/2026

Not sure whether your plan uses an individual excess or a family excess? This quick video explains the difference and what to look out for before choosing.
For free, impartial information, visit hia.ie.

🏆 It’s been quite an awards season for HIA - we have another achievement to celebrate!Congratulations to Buymedia on win...
12/10/2026

🏆 It’s been quite an awards season for HIA - we have another achievement to celebrate!

Congratulations to Buymedia on winning Gold for Best Search Campaign at the Digital Media Awards on Friday night for their work on the HIA Health Insurance Comparison Tool. 🎉

It’s great to see the campaign recognised, and to see the insights gained from tracking on the Comparison Tool helping us better understand how people engage with our services.

Well done to everyone involved!

Looking to compare health insurance plans? Visit the HIA Comparison Tool: https://www.hia.ie/health-insurance-comparison

Last week, Síle Hanley, Head of Regulation and Compliance, and Jessica Cunningham, Supervision Manager at the Health Ins...
12/10/2026

Last week, Síle Hanley, Head of Regulation and Compliance, and Jessica Cunningham, Supervision Manager at the Health Insurance Authority (HIA), attended the CCPC's "Working Together for Effective Enforcement" breakfast briefing.

The event brought together organisations from across the public sector to discuss how we can work more closely together, share information more effectively and strengthen our collective approach to consumer protection.

For the HIA, collaboration like this is important. The more effectively regulators and public bodies work together, the better positioned we are to identify issues, support investigations and, ultimately, help protect consumers.

It was a great opportunity to exchange ideas, learn from colleagues across different sectors and build relationships that support a more coordinated approach to regulation and enforcement.

Thanks to the CCPC for hosting an engaging and insightful event and for bringing together so many public bodies committed to delivering better outcomes for consumers.

Address

Beaux Lane House, Mercer Street Lower
Dublin

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+35314060080

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