Is Spousal Consent Required for Abortion? Legal Requirements in Turkey
In Turkey, termination of pregnancy is regulated by Law No. 2827 on Population Planning.
Op. Dr. Hüseyin Kılıç performs procedures at his clinic in Ziyapaşa, Adana, in accordance with the law and with the required consents.
This content is for general information only and is not legal advice.
Is Abortion Legal in Turkey?
Yes. Abortion on request is legal until the end of the 10th week of pregnancy, unless there is a medical contraindication for the mother. It must be performed by obstetrics and gynecology specialists.
Is Spousal Consent Required?
- Married women: The law requires the husband’s consent as well.
- Unmarried women aged 18+: The woman’s own consent is sufficient.
Minors
For those under 18, parental or guardian consent is required. Healthcare workers also have legal reporting obligations for pregnancies under 18.
After 10 Weeks
Termination is only possible if the pregnancy threatens the mother’s life or a serious fetal anomaly is detected, with reports from the relevant specialists.
Required Documents
- ID card or passport
- If married: husband’s ID and consent
- If under 18: parent/guardian’s ID and consent
- Written informed consent form (completed at the clinic)
Abortion in Adana
Patients from Seyhan, Çukurova, Yüreğir, Sarıçam and other districts are informed about the whole process at our clinic in Ziyapaşa. Please contact our clinic.
