IVF in Phuket, Thailand

Other costs for IVF in Phuket

Medications - THB 30,000 - THB 90,000

Embryo transfer - THB 25,000 - THB 50,000

Embryo freezing and storage - THB 35,000 ++

Genetic testing - THB 75,000 ++

Confirm what is included in your IVF package by requesting a written quote via Infertility Aide.

Why choose IVF in Phuket?

Phuket has fewer fertility clinics than Bangkok. It is suitable for couples who would rather spend the weeks of treatment in a quieter place than in a large city, which makes it a practical choice as your Thailand IVF destination.

Some of the top Bangkok clinics operate branches in Phuket, which means you can access similar medical teams, laboratory standards, and treatment protocols in a completely different setting.

What to confirm before choosing Phuket?

Thai law does not allow embryos to be moved out of the country. This is not a problem if you plan to return for a transfer. If there is any chance you will want your embryos in another country later, weigh that before freezing them in Thailand.

If you start and complete your treatment at a Phuket clinic, you can simply keep the embryos frozen in Phuket and return for a frozen embryo transfer (FET).

The legal framework for IVF in Phuket

The same national rules apply in Phuket as everywhere else in Thailand.

1. IVF is available to legally married heterosexual couples only. Both partners must attend the initial consultation in person and present a valid marriage certificate.
2. Frozen embryos and eggs cannot be exported from Thailand.
3. Commercial egg or sperm donation is not allowed.
4. Genetic testing is allowed for medical reasons.

Getting to Phuket

Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct flights from several Australian cities including Perth, with connections available from Sydney and Melbourne. Flight time from Perth is approximately 5 hours. From Sydney or Melbourne, a connection via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok brings the total travel time to 12 to 15 hours.

Most fertility clinics in Phuket are located in the Phuket Town area or along the east coast road between the airport and the town center, roughly 30 to 40 minutes from the airport. Staying in Phuket Town places you closer to the clinics than the resort areas of Patong or Kata.

Phuket IVF: common questions

Is the quality of IVF in Phuket similar to that in Bangkok?

Several Phuket clinics are branches of leading Bangkok fertility centers, operating under the same medical leadership and laboratory standards. Independently run clinics in Phuket also treat international patients. Review individual clinic credentials and patient feedback rather than assuming anything about clinic standards.

Who is Phuket suited for?

Phuket suits couples who want to combine IVF with a less pressured environment, patients returning for a frozen embryo transfer who prefer Phuket, and anyone whose embryos are already stored at a Phuket clinic. It is also a practical choice if a Bangkok clinic branch is available in Phuket and you prefer not to be in the city.

Can I start my IVF in Bangkok and do my transfer in Phuket?

Yes, it is possible for embryos to be moved between clinics within Thailand, but most doctors recommend staying with the same specialist, who knows your case from the start.

Is genetic testing available in Phuket?

Yes. PGT with IVF is legal for medical reasons throughout Thailand, including Phuket. Confirm whether your clinic offers this and ask about the method used (NGS, FISH, qPCR, SNP arrays).

Not all IVF clinics have high-quality genetic testing labs in-house.

Do both partners need to travel to Phuket for the initial consultation?

Yes. Both partners must attend the initial consultation in person and present a valid marriage certificate. If your marriage certificate is in a language other than Thai or English, you must have it translated and verified before traveling.

Can I do monitoring at home and fly to Phuket for egg retrieval?

Yes. Remote monitoring protocols are usually possible if your local doctor agrees to coordinate. You complete your stimulation injections and monitoring scans at a clinic near home, then fly to Phuket when your follicles are ready, reducing your first trip to 4 to 5 days. However, at Infertility Aide, we have noted that it usually works better to have the entire treatment under the same expert so they can adjust the dosage or change medications, if required.