Regulation
Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia and other jurisdictions each have their own legislation covering licensing, donor registers, storage periods and surrogacy, while some jurisdictions rely mainly on national guidelines. This is why advice from another state may not apply to you. Assisted reproductive treatment, donor and surrogacy law differs between Australian states and territories. Check the rules that apply where you live and where your clinic is located.
Also known as: state IVF laws, ART Act, territory laws
Sources
- Victorian Department of Health (health.vic.gov.au)
- Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (health.gov.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.