In the UK, abortion is funded by the NHS. This means that there will be no cost to you for your abortion.
This is true whether you have a medical abortion (also known as ‘abortion pills’) or a surgical abortion.
At MSI UK, 98% of the clients we see have their treatment funded by the NHS. However, if you don’t qualify for NHS funding (for example, if you travel from overseas), you can also access private abortion treatment.
In this blog, we explain how to access NHS-funded and private abortion care.
Accessing NHS-funded abortion care
There are a number of ways you can access free (NHS-funded) abortion care in England.
1. Self-referral: You can contact an abortion provider like us directly to book an appointment. With MSI Reproductive Choices UK, you can have a consultation appointment for NHS-funded abortion care within 48 hours.
Click here to learn how to contact us to book an appointment: get in touch.
2. Ask your GP: You can also speak to your GP and ask for a referral to access NHS-funded abortion care. However, you do not need a GP referral to access abortion care in England.
3. Speak to a local sexual health clinic: You can contact a sexual health clinic and ask for a referral for NHS abortion care.
Please note: there is no limit to the number of abortions you can have on the NHS, and we are always here to support you. Read more: how many abortions can you have via the NHS.
NHS-funded abortion care at MSI UK
Find more information on NHS-funded abortion care and how to book an appointment.
Accessing private abortion care
If you are not eligible for NHS funding (for example, if you are travelling from overseas), we also provide private abortion treatment.
If you would like to access private abortion care, you can contact us directly to book an appointment.
Private abortion costs
Private abortion care with MSI UK
Read more about accessing private abortion care, if you are not eligible for NHS-funding.
Get in touch
At MSI Reproductive Choices, we are here for you and there are a number of ways you can contact us.
You can always get in touch should you have any questions about our services, would like to book an appointment or you have had treatment with us and want aftercare support.
