A resource for people living or traveling abroad
Answers to your sexual and reproductive health questions,
country by country
What's legal where you are. What services are available. Where to go. What it costs. Written for travelers, students, digital nomads, recent immigrants, or anyone who just wants to learn the basics.
Pick a country
Click on a country to read its guide
11 of ~195 countries · more coming
Available now
Read a country guide
- Canada→
Contraception is legal and confidential, but what's paid for depends on your province and insurance.
- France→
Strong public health system. Morning-after pill and condoms are free at pharmacies for many, and abortion is a protected right.
- Mexico→
Most contraception, including daily pills, is sold over the counter at pharmacies. Abortion rules vary by state.
- Portugal→
Public SNS care with a número de utente. Morning-after pill over the counter; abortion is legal on request and free in the SNS.
- Sierra Leone→
Pharmacies and NGO clinics like Marie Stopes are the main routes for contraception and the morning-after pill. Abortion is heavily restricted; Rainbo Centres offer free care after sexual violence.
- Spain→
Public regional health system. Morning-after pill over the counter; abortion is legal on request and free in the public system.
- United Kingdom→
NHS provides contraception, STI care, and abortion free. Sexual health clinics are open to everyone.
- United States→
Contraception is legal everywhere; abortion law is set state by state and differs dramatically.
- India→
Pharmacies stock condoms, the pill, and emergency contraception without a prescription. Most newcomers use private clinics; abortion is legal up to 20 weeks (24 in some cases).
- Morocco→
Pharmacies sell condoms, the pill, and the morning-after pill without a prescription. Abortion is heavily restricted; ALCS offers free, anonymous HIV and sexual health support.
- Turkey→
Pharmacies sell condoms and the morning-after pill without a prescription. Abortion is legal on request up to 10 weeks, though access in public hospitals is uneven.
How to use this site
01
Pick your country
Click a highlighted country on the map, or use the list above.
02
Read the quick note
Every guide opens with a short orientation for newcomers — the one thing to understand first.
03
Check what applies to you
Rules and prices often depend on your residency, insurance, age, or the state or province you're in. Always confirm with a local clinic or pharmacist.