Restricted State Access

Updated February 18, 2026

You have a constitutional right to travel between states for abortion care. It is completely legal to leave Idaho and get an abortion where it is legal.

The US Constitution protects your right to interstate travel. You can legally cross state lines to get abortion care in any state where it is legal.

When you get an abortion in another state where it is legal, you are not committing a crime. Not in that state. Not in Idaho.

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote in the Dobbs decision that states cannot legally prevent residents from traveling to another state for abortion. He said there is a constitutional right to interstate travel.

Where You Can Go

All states bordering Idaho allow abortion with fewer restrictions:

  • Montana: Abortion legal until viability (around 24 weeks)
  • Nevada: Abortion legal until 24 weeks
  • Oregon: No gestational limits
  • Washington: No gestational limits
  • Wyoming: Abortion legal until viability (around 24 weeks)

You do not need to be a resident of these states to get care there. When you arrive in another state, you have the same rights as permanent residents.

How Idaho Abortion Rights Can Help

Idaho Abortion Rights is a mutual aid organization. We help connect people to safe, legal abortion care. We do not provide medical advice. We provide resources and connections.

We can help you find:

  • Verified abortion providers in states near Idaho
  • Financial assistance through abortion funds for procedure costs, travel, lodging, and childcare
  • Legal resources if you have questions about your rights

We work with trusted partner organizations across multiple states. We can connect you with providers who offer both medication abortion (the pill) and surgical abortion procedures.

What to Know Before You Travel

How far along you are matters. Different states have different gestational limits. Medication abortion is typically available up to 10-11 weeks. Surgical abortion is available later.

Costs add up. The procedure itself ranges from $150 to over $2,000 depending on type and timing. Add travel, lodging, lost wages, childcare. Abortion funds can help cover these costs.

Time is a factor. Some states have mandatory waiting periods between consultation and procedure. This may require two trips or an overnight stay. Plan ahead.

Privacy is important. Use private browsing or a VPN when researching options. Use encrypted apps like Signal for communication. You do not need to tell anyone why you are traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I tell my employer or family?

You do not owe anyone an explanation. You can say you need time off for a medical procedure or family emergency. No details required. You do not need to tell healthcare providers back home about your abortion if you are uncomfortable doing so.

Can abortion funds really help with costs?

Yes. Abortion funds exist specifically to help people afford abortion care. They can help with procedure costs, travel, hotel, childcare, and lost wages. Let the clinic know when you schedule that you need financial assistance. They will connect you with their partner funds. We can help facilitate financial assistance as well.

What if I am a minor?

Idaho passed a law making it illegal for anyone other than a parent to help a minor travel out of state for abortion. This law is currently being challenged in court. If you are under 18, contact us or another a legal helpline for current information on your options.

Can I be prosecuted for traveling out of state for an abortion?

No. You have a constitutional right to travel. Getting an abortion in a state where it is legal is not a crime. Idaho law explicitly says pregnant people cannot be criminally charged for having an abortion.