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IVF Abroad: Best Clinics, Costs & What to Expect
Every year, thousands of couples and single women find abroad an alternative to achieve their dream of starting a family. Opting for IVF abroad (In Vitro Fertilisation) has become an increasingly popular option, especially to Spain thanks to the perfect combination of cutting-edge technology, favourable legislation, more affordable prices and fully personalised medical care.
We spoke to medical director Dr. Katharina Spies about everything you need to know about travelling abroad for IVF.
- 1. Why choosing to go abroad for IVF?
- 2. Benefits of IVF abroad
- 3. Why choose Vida Fertility for your IVF treatment abroad?
- 4. What do you need to know before travelling for an IVF abroad?
- 5. Success stories: Patients who chose Vida Fertility for their IVF abroad
- 6. Frequently Asked Questions
- 7. Plan your IVF abroad and fertility treatment at Vida Fertility
Why choosing to go abroad for IVF?
Making this decision is not an easy one. In addition to screening opinions between different fertility clinics, it is essential to take into account other key aspects:
- Medical advances and cutting-edge technology: Specialised clinics in Spain such as Vida Fertility have the latest technology in assisted reproduction, which increases their success rates.
- Greater accessibility and competitive prices: Compared to countries such as the United States or the United Kingdom, prices in Spain are significantly lower, without compromising the quality of the treatments.
- Assisted Reproduction Law in Spain: Spain offers a favourable legal framework, such as the anonymity of gamete donors and the wide availability of advanced techniques.
- Medical expertise: In our clinic we have the best internationally renowned medical specialists specialising in complex cases and cutting-edge fertility techniques.
More information about assisted reproduction treatments in Europe.
Benefits of IVF abroad
Lower prices
In countries like Spain, IVF costs are cheaper than in other countries in Europe or America. In addition, Vida Fertility includes essential tests, consultations and follow-up ultrasound scans in the price of the treatments.
Diagnostic tests and high success rates
Fertility clinics in Spain such as Vida Fertility have some of the highest success rates thanks to personalised diagnosis, the use of advanced technology and techniques such as PGT-A (genetic study of the embryos).
Personalised attention
At Vida Fertility, each patient has a personal coordinator who guides them through the entire process, from your first contact from home until the third trimester of pregnancy with a daily communication, ensuring a full and satisfactory experience for the patients.
Compatibility and matching of anonymous donors
Spanish legislation guarantees the anonymity of egg and sperm donors, something that is not always available in other countries. In addition, donors are carefully selected to be compatible with each patient.
Enjoying Spain during your Treatment
Spain not only offers high quality assisted reproductive treatments. It’s also synonym of a pleasant climate and of a rich cultural and gastronomic you can enjoy during your trip making the most of your stay in Spain.
Why choose Vida Fertility for your IVF treatment abroad?
Fertility clinics in Madrid and Alicante
Vida Fertility is strategically located in Madrid and Alicante, two of the most accessible and connected cities with the rest of the world in Spain. Both clinics are designed to offer a welcoming and professional environment, ideal for international patients seeking high quality fertility treatments.
In addition, their location allows easy access from international airports, train stations and public transport, making travelling a convenient and practical experience.
Specialists in complex cases
At Vida Fertility we have a team of highly trained specialists in assisted reproduction. This team is made up of gynaecologists, embryologists, andrologists, psychologists, immunologists and nurses with years of experience in dealing with complex cases such as low ovarian reserve, implantation failure and recurrent miscarriages.
The constant collaboration between different medical disciplines ensures a comprehensive and personalised approach for each patient.
Cutting-edge technology
Vida Fertility stands out for its commitment to innovation and the use of the most advanced techniques in assisted reproduction. Among the technologies employed are time-lapse embryo culture incubators, which allow continuous monitoring of embryo development without interruption, thus optimising success rates.
In addition, the use of specialised culture medium and advanced genetic technology, such as PGT-A (pre-implantation genetic analysis), significantly improves the chances of successful treatments.
You can read more about the new cytokine embryo culture technique.
Care in your mother tongue
Transparency and communication is one of our pillars. We firmly believe that good communication is essential to ensure a positive experience throughout the entire treatment.
The team includes multilingual staff dedicated exclusively to international patients. From initial consultation to post-treatment follow-up, you will receive all information in your native language, ensuring that you understand every step of the process (treatment details, prices and consents, diagnostic tests, duration of tests, etc.) and can feel supported at all times.
No waiting lists
One of the great advantages of choosing Vida Fertility is that you will not have to deal with the long waiting lists that are common in other countries or clinics. We understand the importance of time when it comes to fertility treatments, especially in cases where age or low ovarian reserve are determining factors. At Vida Fertility we prioritise speed and efficiency, ensuring that you can start your treatment as soon as possible to maximise your chances of success.
In-house egg donor department
At Vida Fertility we have our own egg donor department, which allows us to guarantee a faster, safer and more personalised process. This means that we are in charge of selecting the egg donor, making sure that we meet strict medical criteria.
Furthermore, by managing everything internally, we can carry out a quick and efficient matching process, without depending on external banks, and offer you the peace of mind that every detail of the process is supervised by our specialists.
What do you need to know before travelling for an IVF abroad?
A passport or a document proving your identity is enough to come to Spain to undergo IVF treatment.
It is advisable to have total availability to come to the clinic during your stay, as we may ask you to carry out ultrasounds, leave sperm samples or extra diagnostic tests to diagnose the reason why you are not getting pregnant:
- Documentation and accommodation arrangements
At Vida Fertility we can help you with your travel arrangements: information on visas, flight connections, hotels and transfers.
- Required Tests
You can either have your initial tests done in your home country and send the results before your trip or have them done at the clinic with us.
- Duration of treatment
It will depend on every case, diagnosis, needed tests or selected treatment.
*** You may be interested to read about the age limit for fertility treatments in Spain ***
Success stories: Patients who chose Vida Fertility for their IVF abroad
Here are some real testimonials from patients who have travelled to Spain for their IVF treatment.
It is incredible how, from absolute resignation, these doctors have lifted my spirits. They got me pregnant and gave me my life back. They live up to their name.
I had to find a way to become a mother if I wanted to pursue my career and not settle for just any partner. I made the right choice.
From the very first moment I felt I was being listened to, understood, and above all, I felt that my treatment was finally going in the right direction.
Hello dear Mrs Ortega,
you and the whole team of Vida fertility make us so happy. Finally a relief that we can be helped! Many thanks to you and all the others for the great care and exceptional quality work. This high quality means a lot to us. We hope that in 2024 we can take a healthy baby full of love into our arms.❤️
Thanks to Dr. Kathi’s support and by following all her advice, the best moment of the treatment came: I got pregnant.
I didn’t know if I would ever be able to get pregnant and now I’m in my 5th month of pregnancy.
It hasn’t been an easy journey. After the second attempt, I am happy to say that in two months I will be meeting my little girl.
Being able to experience this shared motherhood has been a gift for the two of us.
THANK YOU to this great team for everything!
We highly recommend Vida Fertility to anyone who has already given up hope and wants to give it one last try.
A huge thank you to the entire Vida Fertility team, especially to Sophie and Dr. Spies, who helped us achieve the wonderful project of expanding our family. We met a very competent team who perfectly guided and advised us on the medical choices to make at each stage of our journey. 🫶
I recommend Vida Fertility for their professionalism, humanism, and availability.
Our wonderful baby is the proof that the results are there!
Thank you!
Thanks to Vida fertility, we are now mums. Mums!!
It’s the greatest gift of all, we’re so happy!
The good feeling will certainly have contributed to the success of the treatment.
When we first contacted the clinic, I didn’t expect to become a mum so quickly, and now I even have hope that we might be able to create a sibling for our son with the remaining blastocysts.
Thank you!
I chose Vida Fertility because it’s a clinic that offers human support from the very beginning. I’m convinced that my state of mind, so influenced by the unconditional support they gave me, was key to the success of my treatment.
At the first consultation, I felt heard, understood, and full of hope again. The final transfer, our last chance, took place in February 2024… and it worked. Our little girl has brought immense joy to our whole family.
Being a single parent brings challenges, but I’d recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it. Vida Fertility made my dream come true with my first IVF.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does IVF abroad cost?
Dr. Katharina Spies answers:
The price varies from country to country and depending on the chosen treatment . At Vida Fertility you can find cheaper fertility treatments such as artificial insemination, however, the total cost of the treatment will depend on the tests, medication and follow-up.
Is it safe to travel for IVF?
Dr. Katharina Spies answers:
Yes, with proper planning and the help of a professional team like Vida Fertility, the process is safe and uncomplicated.
Can I do part of the treatment in my home country?
Dr. Katharina Spies answers:
In many cases, the initial tests and preparation can be done in your home country, saving time and facilitating the process.
What advantages does Vida Fertility offer over other clinics?
Dr. Katharina Spies answers:
Our personalised approach, competitive prices and high success rates make us one of the best options in assisted reproduction in Spain.
Plan your IVF abroad and fertility treatment at Vida Fertility
Travelling abroad for IVF is a very important decision. Our commitment to medical excellence, transparency and personalised care places us as a leading option for those seeking effective and affordable solutions in assisted reproduction.
Do you want to learn more about how Vida Fertility can help you fulfil your dream of becoming a mother or becoming mother at 40? Contact us today and start your journey to motherhood.
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