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Abortion Law in Thailand

Criminal Code Amendment No. 28, B.E. 2564 (2021)

First Trimester
1–12 Weeks
Freely Permitted

Women may legally terminate a pregnancy under medical supervision.

Second Trimester
12–20 Weeks
Conditional

Permitted after counseling and medical diagnosis.

Special Cases
Over 20 Weeks
Special

Only for serious health risk, severe fetal abnormality, or sexual assault.

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Severe hemorrhage, infection, shock
Counterfeit / wrong ingredients
Criminal offense

Abortion Methods

Medical Abortion
1. Medical Abortion
Mifepristone + Misoprostol · Weeks 1–12
  • Day 1: Take Mifepristone 200 mg
  • Wait 24–48 hrs for Misoprostol activation
  • Take Misoprostol 800 mcg vaginally or sublingually
  • 1–2 weeks: Follow-up check with your doctor
Surgical Abortion
2. Surgical Abortion
MVA, D&C, D&E · Weeks 6–24+
  • MVA: Suitable for pregnancies under 12 weeks
  • D&C: Suitable for pregnancies 6–14 weeks
  • D&E: Suitable for pregnancies 13–24 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Is abortion legal in Thailand?+
Yes, under specified conditions. It must be performed by a licensed medical professional.
Is abortion legal in Thailand?+
Abortion is legal in Thailand up to 12 weeks on request, and between 12-20 weeks after mandatory medical counseling, under the amended Criminal Code Act B.E. 2565.
What documents are required?+
A national ID card or passport, along with a pregnancy examination result from a doctor, is required. Consent from a spouse or partner is not necessary. However, there may be special conditions requiring additional documents or consent, depending on each hospital’s service policies.
How much does it cost?+
Costs vary by method and clinic, generally ranging from 3,000–15,000 THB.
How many weeks can you get an abortion in Thailand?+
Up to 12 weeks on request, 12-20 weeks with mandatory counseling, and after 20 weeks only in special cases such as rape, severe fetal abnormalities, or health risks to the pregnant person.
Can I use the Universal Coverage Scheme or Social Security for abortion?+
Yes, for legal abortion at participating government hospitals under the Universal Coverage Scheme (gold card) or Social Security.
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