Abortion - Family Planning

Abortion is a medical procedure to end a pregnancy.

Two methods of abortion are available in New Zealand. Both require the same pre-abortion tests and have the same legal requirements.

In March 2020, New Zealand modernised its abortion laws for the first time in 40 years. Abortion is now regulated under health legislation.

If you are thinking about having an abortion, there are lots of places you can go for help and information.

Family Planning has clinics located throughout New Zealand. Use the clinic finder to find your nearest clinic.

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Visits are free if you are under 22 (NZ residents only)

Click this Shielded icon to contact Women's Refuge or find information that could help.