Is abortion legal in Vermont?
Nearby States: New Hampshire, New York, Massachusetts
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Abortion available until 22 weeks of pregnancy
Telehealth available
Under age 18, do not need to involve a parent
Abortion available until 22 weeks in Vermont
- Abortion is legal to provide at any stage of pregnancy in Vermont and having an abortion is not against the law.
- But currently, there is only one clinic that provides abortions until 22 weeks.
Is telehealth legal in Vermont?
- Medication abortion (an abortion with pills) is available by telehealth in Vermont. This means you can meet with a health care provider by video call who will prescribe and mail you abortion pills. For more information, see the Find an abortion provider section below or go to abortionfinder.org or ineedana.com.
Are abortion pills by mail and self-managed abortion legal in Vermont?
- Many people order abortion pills by mail to end a pregnancy at home. These pills can come from healthcare providers licensed in other states. People also order abortion pills by mail without the help of a healthcare provider.
- Under Vermont law, it is not a crime for pregnant people end you own pregnancy with abortion pills or by any other method. But what the law says and what happens in reality can be very different.
- If you have questions about your legal rights and risk, call 844-868-2812 or contact us through our secure online form to speak with a lawyer.
An abortion fund or a practical support organization is an organization that can help pay for all or some of the costs of getting an abortion. Some funds only pay for the procedure. Others only pay for costs like travel, hotel, or childcare. Most require that you have an appointment at a clinic first.
To find an abortion fund, go to:
Available no matter your age
You have the right to get an abortion, and you can make the decision to have an abortion without involving a parent.
An abortion fund or a practical support organization is an organization that can help pay for all or some of the costs of getting an abortion. Some funds only pay for the procedure. Others only pay for costs like travel, hotel, or childcare. Most require that you have an appointment at a clinic first.
To find an abortion fund, go to: