Are the program fees eligible for tax relief?

Possibly yes. If you were referred to the Novara Vitality-CMD programme by a medical doctor (GP or cardiologist), you may be entitled to claim 20% tax relief on your programme fee under the Irish Revenue Health Expenses scheme (Section 469, Taxes Consolidation Act 1997).

Example: On the early bird fee of €1,195, this could mean €239 back in your pocket.

The 3 Conditions You Must Meet

  1. You are an Irish taxpayer (PAYE or self-assessed)

  2. You were referred to the program by a doctor (GP or cardiologist)

  3. You have paid the programme fee yourself (not reimbursed by insurance)

What You Need — We Provide Everything

Novara will provide you with a single document containing all of the following:

Document: Receipt

What It Is: Proof of payment with date, amount, and Novara's company details

Document: Program Description

What It Is: Brief description of the health services provided

Document: Referring doctor's name

What It Is: Name and details of your GP or cardiologist who referred you

Note: You do not need to send these documents to Revenue. Simply keep them on file — Revenue may request them if you are audited.

How to Claim — Step by Step

Step 1 — Log in to Revenue myAccount Go to www.revenue.ie → click myAccount → log in with your PPS number and password (or MyGovID)

Step 2 — Go to "Review Your Tax" Select the tax year you are claiming for (e.g. 2025 or 2026) → click "Review your tax 20XX"

Step 3 — Add Health Expenses Under "Tax Credits and Reliefs" → select "Health Expenses" → click "Add Relief"

Step 4 — Enter the Amount Enter the total programme fee paid (e.g. €1,195). Select "Other health expenses" as the category.

Step 5 — Submit Click submit. Revenue will calculate your refund automatically. For PAYE workers, the refund typically arrives within 5–10 working days directly to your bank account.

⚠️ Important Notes

  • You do not need a doctor's letter to submit — but keep your Novara receipt and referral details safe in case Revenue requests them

  • You can claim back up to 4 years of health expenses, so if applicable, you can claim 2022–2025 in one go

  • This relief is available regardless of whether you have private health insurance

  • If you are self-assessed, include the amount in your annual Form 11

Still Unsure? Ask Us.

Email hello@joinnovara.com and we'll help you confirm eligibility before you claim.

This is general guidance only. Novara is not a tax adviser. Please consult Revenue.ie or your accountant if unsure of your eligibility."