Individual Funding Requests (IFRs)
An Individual Funding Request (IFR) is a request for NHS funding for a treatment that is not routinely funded, for a patient whose clinical circumstances are exceptional.
From December 2026, IFRs for NHS Surrey and Sussex ICB patients will be coordinated by the regional Clinical Policy Unit. The unit is hosted by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB on behalf of four integrated care boards (ICBs) in the South East.
This change is to the service coordinating IFRs only. It does not change commissioning policies (the rules about which treatments are funded) eligibility, or the criteria used to make clinical decisions.
Your review and appeal rights remain unchanged, and NHS Surrey and Sussex ICB remains accountable for the service. Existing requests will not be affected by this change and do not need to be resubmitted.
How to apply for an IFR
Patients cannot apply directly. If you think an IFR may be right for you, please speak to the clinician responsible for your care.
Contact us
If you have any questions about clinical policies or processes, please contact:
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Surrey: syheartlandsicb.eci@nhs.net