Before the birth

Do you have an unfulfilled desire to have children? Couples can receive financial support for fertility treatment.

If you have been diagnosed by a doctor as being unable to conceive naturally and artificial insemination is suitable, the statutory health insurance funds will cover part of the costs under certain conditions.

As an expectant mother, you can apply for maternity benefit from the Federal Social Security Office (BAS) for the period of protection before and after childbirth and for the day of childbirth. You must meet certain requirements for this.

If you want to have an abortion, you can apply to your statutory health insurance fund to have the costs covered under certain conditions.

If you are unable to run your household due to pregnancy or childbirth, you are entitled to household help under certain conditions. You can apply for this from your statutory health insurance fund.

If you become a mother, you can receive maternity benefit. You are also entitled to maternity benefit after a miscarriage from the 13th week of pregnancy, provided you take maternity leave.

Relocation, pregnancy, birth: if you lack the money for certain situations in your life, you can apply for one-off benefits.

Early help offers various services for families with children from 0 to 3 years of age. The staff at your regional coordination office are available to answer your questions and help you with any challenges you are currently facing.

If you receive social assistance or basic income support and do not have adequate health insurance, you may be entitled to health treatment benefits.

If you look after your child after the birth, the parental allowance compensates for part of the loss of income.

Here you will find information on your rights and obligations regarding birth, child maintenance obligations in cross-border family situations, as well as information on surrogacy and adoption.