Donor Egg IVF in Aarhus, Denmark

Cost of donor egg IVF in Aarhus

Additional costs to consider:

The following are sometimes not included. Confirm with your clinic before you book.

1. Additional frozen embryo transfer: around DKK 9,000 per transfer
2. Egg storage from year 2 onwards: around DKK 1,500 per year (first year is free)

Success rates for donor egg IVF in Aarhus

Donor egg IVF success rates in Denmark are reported per cycle started, which gives a more complete picture than the per-transfer figures many other countries use.

According to ESHRE data, fresh donor egg IVF across Europe achieves an ongoing pregnancy rate of around 55 to 60% per transfer. Danish clinics report rates broadly in line with this benchmark.

Because outcomes in donor egg IVF are driven by the donor's egg quality rather than your age, success rates hold up well even for recipients in their early to mid 40s. This is one of the reasons donor egg IVF in Denmark is a practical option for women who are no longer eligible for treatment with their own eggs.

Common questions about donor egg IVF in Aarhus

How many visits are required for donor egg treatmet in Aarhus?

1. First visit: blood tests and sperm freezing
2. Second visit: embryo transfer

Everything in between, including the donor's cycle and embryo development, is handled by the clinic without requiring your presence.

Is there a long wait?

The wait begins from the date you sign your consent forms and are placed on the list. Anonymous donation is faster because the pool of willing anonymous donors is larger.

Do I need any extra tests to begin the treatment?

For the female partner additionally: TSH, TPO, Prolactin, Rubella, and Chlamydia.

If you have results from the past six months from an EU-approved laboratory, the clinic can use these.

How does the Aarhus freeze-all protocol affect my two visits?

The clinic treats the donor first, freezes the resulting blastocysts, and then plans your cycle separately. This means your two visits to Aarhus are not dependent on timing your cycle with the donor's. Your first visit covers blood tests and sperm freezing; your second visit is for the embryo transfer, typically 4 to 8 weeks later.

Is the blastocyst guarantee specific to Aarhus?

The quarantine policy — where one blastocyst is held back as a quality checkpoint — is a feature of the clinic's protocol in Aarhus. If a viable blastocyst is not achieved, you receive a new donor cycle at no extra charge. Confirm the exact terms when you speak with the clinic, as policies can be updated.

Are Aarhus donor egg IVF costs lower than in Copenhagen?

Generally yes. Aarhus runs at around DKK 50,000 for a full cycle, while Copenhagen clinics typically charge 5 to 10% more. Accommodation in Aarhus is also lower than in the capital, at around DKK 700 to DKK 1,100 per night versus DKK 1,000 to DKK 1,500 in Copenhagen.

Who is eligible for donor egg IVF in Aarhus?

Under Danish law, donor egg IVF is available to single women and couples, including same-sex female couples and heterosexual couples. The standard age limit for recipients is 45 at the time of treatment, though some clinics may assess eligibility on a case-by-case basis up to age 46. Recipients must meet the clinic's health criteria before treatment can begin.

Can I use frozen donor eggs in Aarhus?

No. Denmark does not permit commercial egg banks, and clinics in Aarhus do not use frozen donor eggs sourced from a bank. All donor egg treatment is carried out with a live matched donor. The clinic matches you with a donor, the donor undergoes stimulation, and the resulting embryos are created from fresh eggs. This process takes longer than using a frozen bank but is the only option permitted under Danish law.

Is egg donation anonymous in Aarhus?

Donors in Denmark can choose to be either anonymous or open-identity. If your donor has opted for open-identity donation, your child has the right to request identifying information about the donor once they turn 18. If your donor is anonymous, no identifying information is disclosed. You will know which type of donor has been matched before treatment begins, so you can make an informed decision about whether to proceed.

How are egg donors screened at Aarhus clinics?

Donors are screened in line with EU Tissue and Cells Directive requirements. Standard screening covers karyotype analysis, genetic carrier testing, infectious disease testing for HIV, hepatitis B and C, HTLV, and syphilis, and a psychological evaluation. Physical characteristics and health history are shared with recipients as non-identifying information. Donors with hereditary conditions or high-risk factors are excluded.