Updated on 23 December 2024
Affordable NSW IVF Treatments: Rebates to assist your path to parenthood
Are you living in NSW and considering IVF treatment? The NSW government’s “Affordable IVF initiative” offers a $2000 rebate to reduce the cost of IVF and other assisted reproductive treatments for women in NSW. This initiative is a significant step towards helping NSW families experience the joy of parenthood.
If you’re considering fertility treatment, including IVF or IUI in NSW, and want to know more about this rebate, please contact our fertility advice centre or book an appointment with one of our fertility specialists.
What’s Included in the NSW Fertility Rebate?
Those who are eligible will benefit from:
- A $2000 rebate for IVF treatment in NSW.
- A $250 extended rebate for pre-IVF fertility testing.
- Five days of paid fertility treatment leave for teachers, nurses or other NSW public servants.
Important Update to the NSW Rebate
Claiming the Current $2,000 Rebate
To qualify for the current rebate, you must:
- Complete your IVF cycle before 18th February 2025.
- Submit evidence of your out-of-pocket costs to Service NSW by 4th March 2025.
This applies to treatments received between 1st October 2022 and 18th February 2025.
Note: Patients can only receive the Fertility Treatment Rebate payment once.
Changes to the Rebate (Effective 19th February 2025)
From 19th February 2025, new eligibility requirements will apply:
- Treatment must commence on or after 19th February 2025.
- Patients must meet household income criteria, including: receiving Family Tax Benefit, or hold a Health Care Card, or have an annual household income of $116,000 or less.
All other eligibility criteria remain unchanged.
- If you do not meet these new criteria, you will no longer be eligible for the rebate.
Who is Eligible for the NSW IVF Rebate?
To apply for the $2000 NSW fertility rebate, you must:
- be a woman (or meet Service NSW guidelines for transgender and non-binary individuals receiving fertility treatment)
- be a resident of NSW
- have received fertility treatment from an accredited ART provider
- have incurred eligible out-of-pocket costs not reimbursed by another government program or rebate, such as Medicare
- have received treatment for purposes other than fertility preservation.
How to Claim the NSW IVF Rebate
- Have your fertility specialist confirm your eligibility for the fertility rebate and/or the pre-IVF fertility testing rebate.
- If you are claiming the Pre-IVF Fertility Testing Rebate, complete the pre-IVF Fertility Testing Rebate Declaration Form
- Apply Online at Service NSW
Reminder: You can still apply for the Fertility Treatment Rebate if you have received the Pre-IVF Fertility Testing Rebate. Patients can claim the full $2,000 rebate with evidence of out-of-pocket costs that are less than $2,000.
For more information on how to claim the $2000 fertility rebate, click here.
For more information on how to claim the Pre-IVF Fertility Testing Rebate, click here.
Next Steps
If you’d like to learn more about our fertility services or discuss how we can help, contact our friendly staff at 1300 354 354 or contactus@cityfertility.com.au today.
For more information on how to apply, please visit the Service NSW website or click here to apply.
NSW IVF Rebate FAQs
Is IVF covered by Medicare in NSW?
Yes, Medicare provides rebates for certain IVF treatments in NSW. These rebates help cover a portion of the treatment costs, but there may still be out-of-pocket expenses depending on the specific treatment and individual circumstances. Click here for more information.
How many rounds of IVF treatment does the rebate cover?
The NSW government’s Fertility Treatment Rebate is a one-off payment of up to $2,000 to help with the cost of IVF and other fertility treatments. The rebate can only be claimed once.
Can I receive the NSW fertility treatment rebate with private health insurance?
Yes, you can still receive the NSW fertility treatment rebate even if you have private health insurance. The rebate applies to all eligible individuals, whether or not they are insured, helping to reduce the overall cost of treatment.
Is the NSW IVF rebate available for all types of IVF treatments?
The NSW IVF rebate is available for a wide range of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) treatments, including IVF, ICSI, embryo cryopreservation, and more. However, it does not cover fertility preservation treatments or costs reimbursed by other government programs like Medicare.
