Getting a same-day GP appointment in Ireland can be challenging with many practices booked weeks in advance — and harder still if you are not registered anywhere, which how to get a GP in Ireland covers. However, online telehealth services have made it possible to see a doctor the same day.
Before booking any appointment, rule out the situations that should not wait for one. Call 112 or 999 for chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of stroke, severe bleeding, or a seriously unwell child. If your own GP is closed and the problem is urgent but not an emergency, the out-of-hours GP co-op system covers most of the country.
Many Irish patients wait days or even weeks for a routine GP appointment. That delay can mean worsening symptoms, avoidable A&E visits, and missed work while a treatable problem goes untreated.
Online doctor services like GetYourGP offer same-day appointments 7 days a week. Here's how it works:
Same-day online appointments can address:
A chest infection or anything affecting your breathing may need an in-person examination — the GP will tell you if that is the case, and where to go.
Our guide to GP visit costs in Ireland breaks these figures down properly, including who pays nothing.
If your problem is one a doctor can assess by video, book a same-day online consultation and see an Irish-registered GP today. Have your medical history and any medication names ready — it makes the consultation faster and more useful.
This article was reviewed by Dr. Shahnawaz, a General Practitioner registered with the Irish Medical Council. The information provided is for educational purposes and does not replace personalised medical advice.
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Dr. Fasi Ullah is a registered General Practitioner with the Irish Medical Council, providing expert healthcare advice to patients across Ireland through GetYourGP.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Shahnawaz on 3 August 2026
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