March 7, 2026
Yes. You can travel to Illinois from any state to get the abortion pill. Illinois has no residency requirement, no mandatory waiting period, and strong shield laws that protect out-of-state patients from legal action by their home state. The Center for Women in Westchester, IL serves patients from across the Midwest and beyond. The cost is $380 for everything.
Yes. Illinois has no residency requirement for abortion care. You can travel to Illinois from any state and receive the abortion pill. You do not need an Illinois ID, an Illinois address, or proof of residency.
Illinois has been a destination for out-of-state abortion patients since the Dobbs decision in 2022. The state saw approximately 19,000 out-of-state patients for abortion care in recent years, many traveling from Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Texas. The Center for Women regularly serves patients who travel from neighboring states and beyond.
Yes. Illinois has some of the strongest legal protections in the country for patients who travel for abortion care. The Illinois shield laws, strengthened in 2023 and 2025, protect you in several ways:
These protections apply to you from the moment you receive care in Illinois. You do not need to do anything special to be covered by these laws.
You need very little to get the abortion pill in Illinois as an out-of-state patient:
You do not need a referral from a provider in your home state. You do not need medical records from a previous provider. You do not need to prove you live in a state where abortion is restricted. Just call and schedule your appointment.
The Center for Women is located at 10215 W. Roosevelt Rd. #101, Westchester, IL 60154, about 15 miles west of downtown Chicago. The area is easily accessible by car and is near several expressways (I-290, I-294, I-88).
Your initial appointment takes about 1 to 2 hours. You take the first pill (mifepristone) at the clinic and the second medication (misoprostol) at home 24 to 48 hours later. This means you can drive home after your clinic visit and take the second medication in the comfort of your own home, even if that home is in another state.
If you prefer to stay nearby, there are hotels and lodging options in the Westchester and surrounding area. The clinic staff can help with scheduling to fit your travel plans, including same-day, evening, and weekend appointments.
No. Illinois has no mandatory waiting period for abortion care. In many other states, patients must wait 24 to 72 hours between an initial consultation and receiving their abortion. In Illinois, you can have your consultation and receive the first pill at the same appointment.
This is particularly important for out-of-state patients. You do not need to make two separate trips to Illinois. Your care can be completed in a single visit to the clinic, with the follow-up visit scheduled 1 to 2 weeks later (which can often be done by phone if you have traveled from far away).
A follow-up appointment is typically scheduled 1 to 2 weeks after your initial visit to confirm the abortion is complete. For patients who have traveled from out of state, the provider can discuss options for completing your follow-up.
The follow-up visit is included in your $380 cost. When you call to schedule, let the staff know you are traveling so they can help you plan accordingly.
Call The Center for Women at (708) 450-4545 to schedule. When you call, let the staff know you are traveling from out of state. They will help you find an appointment time that works with your travel plans.
Same-day, evening, and weekend appointments are available. The clinic is located at 10215 W. Roosevelt Rd. #101, Westchester, IL 60154. The cost is $380 and includes your provider visit, ultrasound, both medications, and follow-up.
No. Illinois has no residency requirement. You can travel from any state and receive the abortion pill at The Center for Women. You just need a valid photo ID from any state.
Illinois shield laws protect your medical records from being shared with other states. Illinois will not cooperate with out-of-state investigations or subpoenas related to abortion care provided legally within the state.
The clinic is about 15 miles west of downtown Chicago in Westchester, IL. It is accessible via I-290, I-294, and I-88. Driving time from downtown is approximately 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
No. Illinois has no mandatory waiting period. You can have your consultation, ultrasound, and take the first pill all in one visit. You take the second medication at home 24 to 48 hours later, which can be in your home state.
You receive your care and both medications at the clinic in Illinois. The provider will provide you with instructions for taking the second medication at home. Discuss any concerns about your specific situation with the provider at your appointment.
The cost is $380, the same for all patients regardless of where you live. There is no additional charge for out-of-state patients. This price includes the provider visit, ultrasound, medications, and follow-up.
The Center for Women serves patients from many states, including Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, and others. Illinois is a regional hub for abortion care because of its strong legal protections and lack of unnecessary restrictions.
Thank you.
The Center for Women
10215 W. Roosevelt Rd. #101
Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 450-4545
