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Additional costs to consider:

1. Medications: ฿50,000–฿100,000 (often not included, always confirm)
2. Embryo freezing: ฿17,000–฿27,000 (plus ฿6,700–฿13,400 per year for storage)
3. Initial investigations (semen analysis, blood tests, ultrasound): ฿13,400–฿20,000

IVF success rates in Phuket

Using your own eggs, per transfer:

1. Age under 35: 50–60%
2. Age 35–40: 40–50%
3. Age 40–45: 20–35%

These ranges are in line with figures reported by the Thai Society of Reproductive Medicine. Clinics in Phuket do not report results to a single national database, so you should always ask each clinic for its own outcome data before making a decision.

IVF in Phuket: legal considerations

Fertility treatment in Phuket is regulated under Thailand’s ART Act of 2015. Every licensed clinic on the island operates within this national framework. Here is what it means in practice:

1. Who can be treated: IVF is available to legally married heterosexual couples only. You will need a certified marriage certificate, translated into English and validated by your embassy before travelling.
2. Egg donation: Permitted on an anonymous, non-commercial basis. Each clinic runs its own donor programme; third-party agencies are not allowed to operate in this space.
3. Embryo and egg export: Not permitted. Section 36 of the ART Act prohibits taking eggs, sperm, or embryos out of Thailand. If you freeze embryos in Phuket, all future use must happen in Thailand.
4. Same-sex couples: Same-sex marriage became legal in Thailand in January 2025, but the ART Act has not yet been updated to reflect this. Check directly with your chosen clinic before making plans.
5. Single women: Not eligible for IVF. Egg freezing is available, but fertilisation requires marriage under Thai law.
6. Sex selection: Only permitted where there is a medical indication. Elective gender selection is not available at any licensed clinic in Thailand.
7. Surrogacy: Commercial surrogacy is illegal. Altruistic surrogacy has no enforceable legal framework and is not offered by licensed clinics.
8. Age: No statutory upper limit under the ART Act. In practice, most Phuket clinics will treat up to around age 50, subject to a health assessment.

IVF in Phuket FAQs

Q: Why choose IVF in Phuket over Bangkok?

A: Bangkok has more clinics and better international flight connections, but Phuket offers a slower pace, shorter waiting times, and a more personal clinical experience. Many people find the island environment easier to manage emotionally during treatment. If your priority is maximum clinic choice, Bangkok is the stronger option. If you value a calmer setting and are happy with a smaller selection of highly regarded centres, Phuket is worth considering.

Q: Should I choose a hospital-based clinic or a standalone fertility centre in Phuket?

A: Hospital-based units offer on-site anaesthesia, surgical support, and emergency cover, which some people find reassuring. Standalone fertility centres often have a more focused environment and shorter waiting times. Either can deliver excellent outcomes — the right choice depends on your medical history and personal preference.

Q: Can I split my treatment across two visits to Phuket?

A: Yes. Most clinics will coordinate with a clinic in your home country for stimulation monitoring, so you only need to travel for egg retrieval (around 5–7 days) and again for embryo transfer (3–5 days). Your doctor will confirm the schedule based on your protocol.

Q: Is Phuket a practical place to recover after egg retrieval or transfer?

A: Many people find it ideal. The island has good hotels at a range of price points, the pace is slower than Bangkok, and short rest periods between appointments are easy to manage. Your clinic will advise on what level of activity is appropriate during your stay.

Q: How do I verify that a Phuket clinic is properly licensed?

A: All clinics must hold a licence from the Medical Council of Thailand under the ART Act of 2015. Ask the clinic directly for their licence number and whether they hold any additional accreditations such as JCI or ISO 9001. A reputable clinic will provide this without hesitation.