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Donor treatment overseas

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If you are considering donor treatment overseas, there is a lot you need to think about and evaluate. Fertility treatment overseas isn’t regulated in the same way as it is inside the UK. Therefore, it’s important you understand the differences and do your research properly before opting for donor treatment abroad.

The difference between donors overseas and UK donors


The main difference between UK donors and donors overseas is that donors in the UK must consent to provide identifying information about themselves. This ensures that any children born as a result of their donation can find out who their donor is and get in touch when they reach the legal age of 18.



Is donor treatment overseas safe?


While many people have safe, effective and successful fertility treatment abroad, it is important you do your research. Other countries have different government bodies or laws that oversee their fertility treatments, and these can be different to the laws protecting those undergoing fertility treatment in the UK.


While there is legislation with the EU which sets the standards for fertility treatment quality and safety, not all EU countries implement this legislation.



Can anyone have donor treatment abroad?


One of the most common questions we get asked is whether anyone can have treatment abroad. Of course, this depends on the country. Unfortunately, there are only a limited number of countries that offer fertility treatment to single women or same-sex couples. So, if you are considering donor treatment abroad it is important to consider the laws in different countries first.



What to consider when using a donor abroad


If you are considering using a donor abroad, there are several important points you need to know:


Donor law abroad: If you are having donor treatment abroad, it is important that you understand your legal rights and responsibilities as the biological parent. In the UK, if you donate eggs, embryos or sperm at a licensed clinic, you have no rights or responsibilities to any children born as a result of your donation. However, in other countries, this may not be the case. Therefore, it is important that you do your research.


Recruitment and health checks in other countries: When seeking donor treatment abroad, you need to find out what the recruiting and screening process for donors is. All donors should be checked for infectious diseases, and their family history should be thoroughly checked, to ensure they won’t pass on any serious genetic diseases.


Donor anonymity abroad: When undertaking donor treatment abroad, it is important to consider donor anonymity laws as these can vary from country to country. Even when donations are anonymous, you can find out some identifying information about your donor (such as a physical description).


Donor limitations abroad: When considering donor treatment abroad, you may want to check if there are limits on using one donor. In the UK, one donor’s sperm can be used by up to 10 families. This is to limit the number of children with a genetic connection to you. It is important to consider that this may not be the case in other countries and, therefore, your child could be genetically related to many more families.




Are counselling services offered?


In the UK, donors are provided with counselling to ensure that they fully understand the commitment they are making. Whether you choose donor treatment with TFP in the UK or with our clinics in other countries, we provide specialist counselling services for all our patients. Our fully trained and expert counsellors will guide you through the treatment process, answer your questions, and encourage you to explore the effects of your decision on both your emotional health and on your life.





Donor treatment overseas cost


Many people ask about the costs of donor treatment overseas. At TFP, we provide overseas treatments at costs discussed with you. To find out the costs of our fertility treatments overseas, you must book a no-obligation consultation with one of our specialists. This is an opportunity to discuss the treatment you would like and what you require to have the family you’ve always dreamed of.




Fertility treatments overseas you can rely on


We know fertility treatments abroad can be a confusing topic, and that’s why we do everything we can to answer your questions. If you would like an informal discussion about what to expect, book a consultation today and speak to one of our specialists. We would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have, talk you through the treatment process and let you know what you should expect.

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Please note: terms and conditions for those residing outside of the individual country may vary

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