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When travelling in Ireland it is sensible to take reasonable precautions against crime, without being paranoid.

Healthcare and insurance

Both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland have public healthcare systems, but access to free treatment is by no means guaranteed for visitors. Since costs such as property loss or damage, legal expenses, repatriation costs and alternative travel arrangements may also be incurred, visitors to Ireland should take out travel insurance.

Some insurers do not include cycle touring in their basic level of cover, so check this. Most insurers will expect you to access public healthcare where possible. European Union residents should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before travelling. Arrangements for UK citizens may change when the UK leaves the EU, so check the latest situation. The EHIC will give access to the public system for treatment that becomes necessary during your stay. In both Ireland and Northern Ireland this is a good level of free treatment, although you may have to pay prescription charges. Do expect to pay for dental treatment. Some other countries have bi-lateral arrangements, which may give access to either free or below-cost healthcare. Without an EHIC or access to these bilateral schemes, expect to pay the full cost of any treatment.