Can I get an abortion in Czechia?
Yes — on request up to the 12th week of pregnancy, no reasons required. On-request procedures are self-paid: surgical or medication abortion runs about CZK 4,300–5,500 depending on the hospital. On medical grounds (threat to life/health, fetal anomalies) termination is possible later — generally to week 24 — and is covered by insurance. You apply through a gynaecologist; under-16s need guardian consent, 16–18 with parental notification. For foreigners without permanent residence an old decree argues against on-request procedures and the Czech Medical Chamber reads it restrictively, while lawyers dispute that — in practice many clinics treat EU patients; confirm directly with the clinic beforehand.
📋 The rules
- On request up to week 12, no reasons needed
- On request = self-paid: about CZK 4,300–5,500
- Medical grounds: later terminations (generally to week 24), insurance-covered
- Under 16 with guardian consent; 16–18 with parental notification
- Arranged via a gynaecologist; performed in hospitals/clinics
🔓 Exceptions
- Foreigners without permanent residence: disputed interpretation for on-request procedures — clinics differ, EU patients are often treated
- Doctors may invoke conscience objection — the provider must arrange an alternative
⚠️ Penalties & fines
None for the woman — abortion within the legal framework is a lawful health service. Illegal termination by third parties outside the rules is a crime (§ 159–162 Criminal Code).
📎 Official sources
- Gynprenatal · Abortion — conditions and process (CS) →
- Kupní síla · Abortion prices in Czech hospitals (CS) →
- Amnesty CZ · Abortion and the legal framework (CS) →
❓ Frequently asked
Until when is abortion possible?
On request to week 12; on medical grounds later (generally to week 24, serious fetal anomalies exceptionally beyond).
How much does it cost?
On request about CZK 4,300–5,500 self-paid; medical-ground terminations are insurance-covered.
Do I need my partner's consent?
No — the decision belongs solely to the pregnant woman.
Is medication abortion available?
Yes, up to week 7–9 in hospitals; priced similarly to the surgical procedure.
Will clinics treat foreigners?
Many treat EU patients, though an old decree is read inconsistently — confirm ahead; permanent residents face no issue.
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