If they have difficulties conceiving, the couples from the Republic of Srpska are entitled to free in vitro fertilization.
However, these couples are limited to three free cycles before a woman reaches the age of 40. Each next procedure has to be financed by the couples themselves. This is a significant burden for their budget, and there is also a lot of stress.
The situation is somewhat better in Brcko District. Their Health Insurance Fund covers five IVF procedures for women up to 45 years of age. Unlike the citizens of the Republic of Srpska, Brcko residents get to choose in which BiH clinic they want to do this.
However, their struggle does not end here. Their goal is to achieve an unlimited number of free IVF procedures. And to abolish the age limit.