Abortion in Nicaragua
Information about abortion access and services in Nicaragua.
Is abortion legal in Nicaragua?
Abortion is completely illegal in Nicaragua under any circumstances. No legal abortion services exist, and both people seeking abortions and providers face criminal penalties. Nicaragua has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in Latin America, with a total ban on abortion. Anyone who performs or assists with an abortion faces severe criminal penalties, including long prison sentences [1]. Due to the restrictive legal context, many women and girls´ resort to unsafe, clandestine abortions. Fear of legal repercussions often leads to delays in seeking medical care for complications and non-disclosure of abortion attempts to healthcare providers [3].
Abortion with pills in Nicaragua
In-clinic abortion in Nicaragua
Support and Resources in Nicaragua
Who can I contact for more information about abortion in Nicaragua?
Please contact the following organizations to access abortion services and information.
No local referral information is available for this profile
For further support, please contact our counseling team, they’re here to offer additional guidance. (https://safe2choose.org/es/abortion-counseling) We also recommend reaching out to local human rights organizations or feminist networks in your country or in nearby countries where abortion is legal.
Women Help Women
International Organization, Abortion support and access to pills.