Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 February 2013
103. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the procedure to be followed in respect of giving notice of their intention to travel abroad for a specific medical treatment in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6479/13]
View answerIt is possible, subject to certain conditions, for a person to be absent from the state for the purpose of receiving medical treatment and retain eligibility to receive a social welfare payment. In order to be considered for this option, the Department must be notified in advance of the intention to leave the state and the purpose for which the absence is sought.
