As per a report in 2024, the estimated rate of infertility was 15%. Like any other prevalence, this statistic takes into account factors such as growing trend of male infertility, hormonal disorders (severe in urban areas) and lack of access to treatments.
If you and your partner are someone struggling due to the above factors, I have good news for you - India can bring assisted reproductive technologies to you, breaking down the financial barrier back home.
The cost IVF in India vs. Russia, comes to be 2x lower, with an 80% success rate for couples under 35. The following sections will take you through this journey of realizing your dream of parenthood - right close to home, in India.
India is fats-approaching the title for the best destination for medical treatments with advancement in technology and a growth in skilled doctors joining the sector.
With its world-class fertility care and high success rates, India is a premier destination for foreign couples seeking affordable, high-quality IVF treatment. The cutting-edge facility available in India rivals the European clinics at just a fraction of the cost.
Here’s why you should choose India for IVF treatment:
Reasonable pricing: IVF cycles in India cost around 2,50,000-4,00,000 INR ($3,000-5,000). The same IVF cycles can cost twice as much in Russia - 4,00,000-7,00,000 RUB ($4,500-8,000).
Positive results: India offers high success rates due to the use of latest technology. With women under 35 experiencing 72-80% successful IVF-assisted pregnancy.
Cultural comfort: You may think getting treatment in India may come with cultural or language barriers. That’s not the case as most of the clinics and hospitals here have on-site Russian translators who ensure seamless communication.
Advanced technology: Cutting-edge labs with PGT-A, ERA testing and vitrification that helps improve the results.
Getting the right help in your journey to parenthood is crucial - and we understand how accessing the right care can bring you great joy. The following list has the top 5 clinics in India that can make your dreams of parenthood come true:
ART Fertility Clinic
With multiple branches in India, you can get access to the best IVF treatment in cities such as Delhi, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.
ART fertility clinic has been the trusted place for several couples, due to its use of advanced systems such as the RI-witness and Xiltrix system that ensure safe environment for the embryos to thrive before its transfer.
The clinic offers couple infertility treatments by assessing the exact cause of infertility which leads to greater chances of pregnancy.
You can get the treatment within $3,500-4,500 - considering any complications that may arise due to individual factors.
Nova IVF
Nova IVF is one of the top facilities here in India that has high success rate, nearly 70%. This facility is in Delhi, which is easily accessible for foreign couples. At this state-of-the-art facility, you can get unwavering support that bring the joy of parenthood closer to you.
You can get the IVF treatment within $3,500-$5,500 and may go up depending on complications that arise.
Cloudnine Fertility
This IVF fertility center in Mumbai has high success rates, allowing you to be a part of 68% of patients who have successfully conceived. Cloudnine Fertility another accessible center for you.
It also provides foreign patient community support that can prove to be helpful in the long run. IVF treatment here can cost you $4,000-6,000.
Indira IVF
Indira IVF has an extensive network across India, so you could choose from Mumbai, Gurgaon or Goa to get your treatment. With a wide range of fertility treatments, you can get tailored medical guidance and treatment plans.
The facility provides financial assistance options making treatment more accessible.
You can get the treatment for $2,000-4,500.
Artemis Hospital
The facility in Gurgaon is one of the top places for IVF treatment. You can get the treatment within $4,000, with top doctors supporting your journey.
These were all the top fertility clinics where you can get IVF treatment without any hindrance. All of these facilities ensure your experience is smooth through support such as
Dedicated translators,
Visa assistance,
Patient community support and
Foreign-friendly accommodation.
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The average cost of IVF treatment in India for foreign couples can be around $4,000-$4,500, but the costs can go up, depending on factors.
The IVF package includes ovarian stimulation medications, egg retrieval and fertilization (contributes majorly to the overall cost) and embryo transfer. The additional costs can include:
Frozen embryo storage: 15,000 INR/year
PGT-A testing: 50,000 - 1,00,000 INR
Medical visa extension: 5,000 INR
If you are a foreign (US, Russian, European, etc.,) couple seeking IVF treatment in India, there are certain legal considerations that you must know of:
Marriage certificate: You will need notarized marriage certificate to get IVF treatment in India.
Age limit: Most IVF clinics in India treat women aged 50 years
Surrogacy: A big no-no for foreign couples since 2022, so you’d have to opt for permissible ways to conceive.
Sperm donation: Permitted with proper documentation (medical records)
Based on clinical pregnancy rate, live birth rate, per cycle vs. per embryo transfer and patient demographics, we found the following to have the highest success rates in India.
ART fertility clinic
Indira IVF
Artemis hospital
Nova IVF
Always ask your doctor for live birth rate and pregnancy rates as per your age group and specific diagnosis.
Also Read - Is Natural Cycle IVF the Better Alternative?
Here are a few common queries that you may have in mind when considering IVF in India, and we’re answering those for you:
Top Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Gurgaon, and Hyderabad offer IVF treatment that can provide you 10-15% higher success rates than average Russian IVF centers. What’s more - it does so at affordable pricing.
The best time to get treatment is between October-March as it is a pleasant time with good weather conditions for hassle-free experience.
Yes, but you must have an egg donor who is an Indian citizen as per the regulations.
The number of IVF cycles depend on the age - women under 35 may need 2 cycles where they get 85% success. It is also seen that 65% women succeed with the first cycle.
Yes, Indian clinics offer same medications such as Gonal-F, Menopur at 40-50% lower costs.