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Additional costs to consider:

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

1. Endometrial preparation medications: around MXN 30,000
2. PGS genetic screening (1 to 8 embryos): around MXN 65,000
3. Additional frozen embryo transfer: around MXN 22,500
4. Annual embryo storage after first 12 months: around MXN 10,700
5. Donor sperm if required: around MXN 13,000 to MXN 25,500 depending on source

For your total budget, add the above to accommodation (around MXN 1,200 to MXN 4,000 per night), local transport, and flights. Most recipients spend 7 to 10 days in Cancun for a fresh donor cycle.

Read more about donor egg IVF in Mexico.

Success rates for donor egg IVF in Cancun

Mexico does not have a national fertility registry that publishes standardized outcome data, so success rates vary by clinic. When evaluating a clinic in Cancun, ask directly for their donor egg IVF clinical pregnancy rate per transfer. A well-run program should be able to give you this figure without hesitation.

As a benchmark, donor egg IVF at reputable clinics internationally achieves clinical pregnancy rates of 60 to 70% per fresh transfer. Outcomes are driven by the quality of the donor's eggs, not the recipient's age, which is why donor egg IVF is often recommended for women over 40 or those with diminished ovarian reserve.

Why choose Cancun for donor egg IVF?

1. Direct flights from most major US and Canadian cities, including New York, Toronto, Chicago, Miami, and Los Angeles
2. Clinics experienced with international patients from North America and Europe
3. Frozen embryos can be transported to a clinic in the US or Canada for future transfers, unlike Thailand
4. Ethnically diverse donor pools, an advantage for patients who need a specific physical match
5. Cost is a fraction of what a comparable cycle would run in the US or Canada
6. The 10-day stay can be combined with the destination setting if that matters to you

Donor egg IVF in Cancun vs Tijuana

Cancun is the better fit if you are flying in from the east coast, the midwest, Canada, or Europe, or if you want a full stay during your stimulation period. Tijuana works better for patients based in California or the Pacific Northwest who can drive across from San Diego and minimise the trip to just the transfer. The clinical quality at the leading clinics in both cities is comparable.

Frequently asked questions about donor egg IVF in Cancun

How long will I need to be in Cancun?

Most recipients spend 7 to 10 days for a fresh donor cycle. Endometrial preparation starts before you travel and is monitored at a clinic near you at home. You fly to Cancun for the final scan, the transfer, and a short rest before returning.

Can Cancun clinics coordinate my monitoring at home?

Yes. Clinics in Cancun that regularly treat US and Canadian patients have established relationships with partner clinics across North America. Your monitoring scans are done locally and results are shared with Cancun remotely. You only travel for the transfer itself if you prefer to keep the trip short.

Can I bring my frozen embryos back to the US or Canada?

Yes. Mexico permits the export of frozen embryos, so any surplus embryos from your cycle can be shipped to a licensed clinic at home for future transfers. Your Cancun clinic and receiving clinic coordinate the cryogenic shipping and paperwork. Allow a few weeks of lead time when you are ready to arrange this.

Is donation anonymous in Cancun?

Yes. Donation is anonymous under Mexican law. You receive a physical and medical profile of your matched donor but no identifying information. There are two donor tiers: a local donor matched from the clinic's in-country pool, and a PLUS donor with access to a broader international pool and more detailed profiles at a higher cost.

What should I look for when choosing a clinic in Cancun?

1. Specialists with verifiable US or European fellowship training
2. Clinics that will share donor egg IVF outcome data for your situation
3. Clear package pricing with a breakdown of what is and is not included
4. English-speaking coordinators with experience handling North American patients
5. Transparent policy on the number of families each donor can donate to