Quit Smoking Helpline in Ireland

Frequently asked questions

Is there a national quitline in Ireland?

Yes. The HSE runs the national QUIT service, with a Freephone QUITline on 1850 201 203. You can also freetext QUIT to 50100 to receive daily support texts. Calls to the Freephone QUITline are free from Irish landlines and mobiles.

Source: HSE Quit Smoking , HSE — Contact the Quit team

Is help to quit smoking free in Ireland?

Yes. The HSE QUIT service is free and available all year. Calls to the Freephone QUITline 1850 201 203 are free, the texts you receive after freetexting QUIT to 50100 are free, and support from a stop-smoking advisor costs nothing.

Source: HSE Quit Smoking

What does the HSE QUIT service offer?

The QUIT service gives you several ways to get support. A stop-smoking advisor can talk you through a plan by phone, including calling you back, and help you handle cravings. You can build a personalised quit plan online or in the HSE Health app, order a free Quit Kit posted to your home, and freetext QUIT to 50100 for daily texts. Local face-to-face and group support is also available.

Source: HSE Quit Smoking , HSE — Order a Quit Kit , HSE — Contact the Quit team

Is stop-smoking medicine or NRT free in Ireland?

Yes. To get free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), you sign up to a stop-smoking support programme with an advisor, who helps find the right type and strength for you. Medical card holders can also have NRT and stop-smoking medicines prescribed by their GP. Treatment usually lasts 8 to 12 weeks.

Source: HSE — NRT to help you stop smoking

When is the QUITline open and can I get a callback?

The QUITline (1850 201 203) is open Monday and Tuesday 10am to 8pm, Wednesday and Thursday 10am to 7pm, Friday 10am to 5pm, and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Outside these hours you can leave a message and an advisor will call you back when the line reopens. You can also create a quit plan in the HSE Health app and request a call.

Source: HSE — Contact the Quit team