New WA Laws will improve access to IVF and surrogacy from 2027
New WA Laws will improve access to IVF and surrogacy from 2027
4 December 2025
Western Australia has introduced new laws that will make it easier for more people to access assisted reproductive technology, including IVF, as well as surrogacy.
These reforms bring WA in line with the rest of Australia, where similar legislation already exists and reflect a commitment to fairness, compassion and better access to reproductive healthcare.
There will now be an approximately 18-month implementation period before the new laws commence in mid-2027.
During this implementation period, the Department of Health will develop the necessary regulations to support the legislation, provide education and support to fertility clinics and the community, and also establish the new Assisted Reproductive Technology Advisory and Review Board. Service providers will also use this time to prepare the relevant education and operational supports for their own staff.
For more information on the new laws please visit the WA Health website.