VAT Refunds for medical devices

A person who is not registered for vat can claim back vat on medical equipment or devices provided he or she has a disability

Examples can include:

* Necessary domestic aids (e.g. drinking and eating aids designed solely for the disabled)

• Walk-in baths designed for the disabled,

• Commode chair, etc.,

• Lifting seats and specified chairs designed for the disabled,

• Hoists and lifters designed for invalids including stair lifts,

• Communication aids designed for those unable to speak.

* Special Mattresses

The required vat form is vat form 61A and can be found at the following location

http://www.revenue.ie/en/tax/vat/forms/