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Can I qualify for Treatment Benefit as a widow, widower or surviving civil partner?

Leaflet Sections

1 What is Treatment Benefit?
2 How do I qualify?
3 Does social insurance outside Ireland count?
4 Am I entitled to Treatment Benefit on my spouse's or civil partner's or cohabitant's social insurance record?

5 Can I qualify for Treatment Benefit as a widow, widower or surviving civil partner?
6 How do I apply for Treatment Benefit?
7 Where can I get more information?

If you were entitled to Treatment Benefit on your spouse's, civil partner's or cohabitant's insurance record at the time of their death, you will continue to be entitled for as long as you remain widowed.

If you are working, you may qualify for Treatment Benefit on your own PRSI contribution record provided you satisfy the PRSI qualifying conditions.

Last Updated: 10/04/2012 13:18

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