Turkey is the world's top medical tourism destination for Ireland patients. Here is your complete planning guide.
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Quick Answer
Over 2 million medical tourists visit Turkey annually. Ireland patients benefit from 4-5 hours flight time, 50-70% cost savings, and all-inclusive medical packages.
Why Ireland patients choose Turkey
- ✓50-70% savings on cosmetic and dental procedures
- ✓4-5 hours flight from Ireland
- ✓No long waiting lists — book within 1-2 weeks
- ✓JCI-accredited hospitals — 49 in Turkey (more than any country except the US)
- ✓All-inclusive packages — surgery, hotel, transfers, aftercare
Most popular procedures for Ireland patients
- Hair Transplant — Turkey performs 1,500+ daily
- Dental Veneers / Hollywood Smile
- Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
- Breast Augmentation
- Gastric Sleeve
- LASIK Eye Surgery
- BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)
- Tummy Tuck
Travel essentials
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Flight time | 4-5 hours |
| Visa | No visa needed |
| Currency | Pay in EUR at most clinics |
| Language | English widely spoken at medical clinics |
| Best cities | Istanbul, Antalya, Ankara, Izmir |
How to plan your trip
- Research clinics and procedures on TrueClinic
- Request quotes from 3+ clinics
- Book a free video consultation
- Choose your clinic and pay the deposit
- Book flights and travel insurance
- Arrive, get treated, recover, enjoy
