Where can you get free condoms or other forms of barrier contraception in Ireland? This is a question we are constantly being asked by students of our workshops. You may be aware of the Free contraception scheme available in the Republic of Ireland, but you might not know where to get free condoms. This handy resource from the HSE and SexualWellbeing.ie tells you how and where to get condoms for free.
You can access free condoms and lubricants from various locations nationwide such as community organisations and venues, universities, and at local STI and gynaecology clinics.
Believe it or not, you can also get free condoms through the post from:
This might not be suitable if you don’t have somewhere private you can mail it to. However, they do come in discreet packaging.
GOSHH will not only provide you with free condoms but if you are over 17, they can also provide you with free:
- Lube
- glyde dams
- female condoms
Using the barrier method whether that be a male or female condom, or a dam, during every sexual encounter is the best way to help protect yourself and your partner against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and, in some cases unplanned pregnancy.
The thing is, you need to know how to put a condom on correctly for it to protect you. For this, you can have a look at this booklet or the video below:
The free condom initiative is sponsored by the HSE to improve sexual health and wellbeing.
Organisations can order condoms for free from the National Condom Distribution Service.
The team at Debunking the Myths is here to help you find resources which are factual to Ireland. We want young people to have the information you need to make informed choices.
