Abortion in Washington, D.C.

Is abortion legal in Washington, D.C.? Yes.

Yes. Abortion is legal in Washington, D.C. There is no limit on abortion in Washington, D.C. based on how far along in pregnancy you are. To figure out how far along you are in pregnancy, count from the first day of your last period.

If you're in Washington, D.C. and need an abortion

Abortion is legal throughout pregnancy in Washington, D.C. – there is no ban or limit on abortion in Washington, D.C. based on how far along in pregnancy you are.

Parental involvement is not required in Washington, D.C. If you're younger than 18, you can consent to an abortion and do not have to notify a parent to get an abortion in Washington, D.C.

Use our abortion provider search to find a provider. If you’re having trouble getting an appointment or need other help related to getting an abortion, call the NAF (National Abortion Federation) Hotline at 1-800-772-9100.

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Find assistance for cost, travel, and more.

A variety of assistance resources are available depending on where you’re located. These organizations may offer one or all of the following: funding for your abortion, support for travel, childcare, lodging, and more. Please note that most require you to have scheduled an appointment before you can start applying for assistance.

If you schedule an appointment outside of Washington, D.C., you can also try to search for assistance in the location where your appointment will be.

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