Updated on 4 September 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 parenthood’s joy.
If you’re considering fertility treatment, including IVF 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.
Who is Eligible for the NSW IVF Rebate?
To apply for the $2000 NSW fertility rebate, you must:
- be a woman
- be a resident of NSW
- have received fertility treatment from an accredited ART provider
- have received eligible fertility treatment(s) from 1 October 2022
- be claiming out-of-pocket costs not reimbursed by another government program or rebate, such as Medicare.
- Can’t have received treatment for the sole purpose of fertility preservation
Note: Service NSW acknowledges people in the transgender community or who are non-binary may receive fertility treatment but may not identify as women.
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 treatment cover?
The NSW government offers a rebate of up to $2,000 for eligible individuals undergoing IVF. This rebate applies to one IVF treatment per year and is available regardless of the number of rounds you may undertake.
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.
