If continuing the pregnancy poses a serious threat to the life or physical or mental health of the pregnant person, there may be medical grounds for terminating the pregnancy.
Legal requirements
- In Germany, this is regulated by Section 218a (2) of the Criminal Code.
- It is not subject to any time limits. This means that termination is also possible after the 12th week of pregnancy.
- The medical indication must be made by a physician.
- The physician must wait three days before certifying this indication. The time limit does not apply if there is an acute danger to the life of the pregnant person.
- The indication must be provided in writing before the procedure.
- The doctor who issues the indication is obliged to provide the pregnant woman with comprehensive information and advise her on possible sources of support.
- The indication may not be issued by the doctor who performs the termination.
- The procedure may only be performed by a physician with the consent of the pregnant person.
Cost coverage
- Health insurance companies cover the costs of the abortion, including medical treatment and any necessary follow-up care.
Further links:
- Pregnancy counseling in Munich