How to get an abortion in South Carolina

Steps for South Carolina (6-week limit): 1) Call NAF (1-800-772-9100) for verified care. 2) Check Plan C for pill access. 3) Visit palmetto-abortion-fund.org for fund support. 4) For legal questions, call the Repro Legal Helpline.

• Status: Limited
• Current rule: 6-week limit
• South Carolina abortion fund: palmetto-abortion-fund.org
• Verified referrals: NAF hotline 1-800-772-9100

Step by step from South Carolina

1. Confirm what applies to you. South Carolina's current status: 6-week limit. Laws change through litigation — verify before acting.
2. Call the NAF hotline (1-800-772-9100) for verified providers in South Carolina, appointment help, and travel guidance.
3. Check medication options. Plan C tracks telehealth and pill access by state; Aid Access provides clinician-supported telehealth.
4. Line up money and logistics early. palmetto-abortion-fund.org helps with procedure costs; many funds also cover travel, lodging, and childcare.
5. Know your legal footing. The Repro Legal Helpline (1-844-868-2812) answers questions confidentially, including for minors and self-managed care.

South Carolina's legal status, in practice

Abortion remains legal in South Carolina within the limit described above (6-week limit), with restrictions that can include waiting periods, gestational limits, and provider requirements. Because the practical details shift with litigation and regulation, confirm current requirements directly with a verified provider or the National Abortion Federation hotline before making plans.

Access in states bordering South Carolina

No state bordering South Carolina currently has protected status, so most South Carolina patients travel further or use lawful telehealth. The National Abortion Federation hotline can map the practical nearest options for your situation.

State	Status	Current rule
North Carolina	Limited	12-week limit
Georgia	Limited	6-week limit

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