IVF Genetic Testing (PGT) in Cancun, Mexico

Additional costs to consider:

1. Ovarian stimulation medications, purchased separately
2. Pre-travel monitoring scans and bloodwork at a clinic near you
3. Return flights and accommodation for the retrieval and transfer stays
4. Local transport and daily expenses in Cancun
5. Annual embryo storage fees after the first year
6. PGT-A is often billed per embryo biopsied — confirm the pricing structure upfront

Some Cancun clinics offer all-inclusive packages bundling accommodation and airport transfers with the medical cycle. Always verify what is covered and compare against an itemized quote.

For full details on success rates, benefits, and Mexico's legal framework, see IVF with PGT in Mexico.

IVF with PGT success rates in Cancun

Success rates at leading Cancun clinics are consistent with the broader Mexican market. Mexico has no national ART reporting registry, so figures are self-reported. Ask your clinic for age-stratified live birth rates from the past two years.

1. Under 35: approximately 55 to 65 percent live birth rate per transfer
2. 35 to 40: approximately 45 to 55 percent
3. 40 to 45: approximately 25 to 40 percent

For euploid embryo transfers following PGT-A, some Cancun centers report live birth rates above 70 percent per transfer for younger patients.

Why choose IVF with PGT in Cancun?

1. Direct flights from most US and Canadian cities, with journey times of two to four hours from many departure points
2. A resort setting built for international visitors — comfortable accommodation, good food, and an environment where rest during recovery is easy
3. Established clinics with long track records managing international patients, including dedicated coordinators who handle scheduling, remote monitoring, and logistics
4. Gender selection via PGT is legal and available at select Cancun clinics
5. Embryos created in Cancun can generally be transported home for future transfers
6. All-inclusive treatment packages at some clinics, bundling accommodation and transfers with the medical cycle

IVF with PGT Cancun FAQs

Do I need to stay in Cancun for the full stimulation phase?

It is advisable but you also have the option to get a fertility clinic near you to monitor stimulation remotely. You travel to Cancun for the egg retrieval and return for the transfer. This will allow you to take two trips for 4-5 days each, saving around a week's time in the first trip.

How long does IVF with PGT take in Cancun?

Two trips. The retrieval stay is typically ten to fourteen days. The transfer visit is four to five days. PGT-M cases require additional preparation time before the cycle begins.

Can I take my frozen embryos home after treatment in Cancun?

In most cases, yes. Mexico generally permits embryo export. Confirm your home country's import regulations with your clinic before starting treatment if you plan to transfer embryos abroad later.

Is gender selection available at Cancun clinics?

Yes, at select clinics. Gender selection via PGT is legal in Mexico for medical and non-medical reasons. Confirm that your chosen clinic uses NGS-based PGT for sex selection, and ask about their protocol and pricing before you book.

What if no embryos pass PGT in Cancun?

Your clinic will review the stimulation protocol and discuss next steps, which may include a second retrieval cycle. This is more common in women over 40. Cancun clinics are experienced in managing this situation and can typically begin a second cycle without a long wait.

Written by: Smriti Arora, former health worker at NHS

Reviewed by: Dr. Alfonso Navarro, specialist in Reproductive Medicine