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In Vitro Fertilization Cyprus

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in Cyprus is a fertility treatment in which ovarian follicles are monitored by ultrasound, mature eggs are collected, and fertilization takes place in the laboratory before the resulting embryos are transferred into the uterus. At Cyprus Hope Fertility, IVF treatment is carried out under the supervision of Dr. Zehra Onar, offering internationally accessible, affordable IVF care with success rates of up to 85% 

Discover the most up-to-date information about the IVF process in Cyprus, including success rates, costs, and legal regulations. Learn more about additional procedures such as egg and sperm donation, embryo transfer, and gender selection.

With advanced medical facilities, high success rates, and affordable costs offered by IVF clinics in Cyprus, you can plan your treatment in the best possible way. By exploring details about accommodation, transportation, and treatment packages, you can manage the entire process smoothly and with confidence.

Cyprus has become one of the leading destinations for IVF treatment in recent years, combining advanced laboratory technology, experienced specialists, and significantly lower costs compared to the UK, Germany, and other Western European countries — making it a preferred choice for international patients from the UK, France, Türkiye, Germany, and beyond.

Why Choose In Vitro Fertilization Cyprus?

Patients choose In Vitro Fertilization Cyprus because of advanced fertility technology, experienced specialists, and personalised treatment plans at Cyprus Hope Fertility.

Couples looking to undergo IVF treatment will either have reasons concerning the female or the male-related infertility (50%):

  • Egg reserve (capacity) decrease (due to age, genetic reasons, chocolate cysts, past surgeries, etc.);
  • Couples who want to have children at a more mature age;
  • Couples who require genetic analysis in the embryo due to the genetic disease they have or are known carriers of;
  • The Fallopian tubes  are damaged and that does not allow normal pregnancy to occur and as a result cannot be repaired;
  • Advanced adhesion in the abdomen (due to past operations, endometriosis etc.);
  • A low sperm count or no sperm at all (Azoospermia);
  • Couples with high risk of producing genetically abnormal embryos;
  • Couples who cannot achieve pregnancy despite the fact that their tests are normal and have been diagnosed with unexplained infertility;
  • In cases where either of the couple have an illness or condition and need to begin treatment which can potentially harm the ovaries or sperm due to the disease (for example to protect the fertility in couples that are due to undergo chemotherapy or radiotherapy).
  • Ovulation problems, the most common cause that can be seen is when the number of eggs is high, such as hormonal causes such as Polycystic Ovaries (PCOS) or it may be due to decrease in egg reserve;
  • Presence of defects such as complete Fallopian tube blockage or enlargement (hydrosalpinx) in the tubes;
  • The womb contains certain factors to prevent a natural pregnancy (polyps, myoma or adhesion);
  • Mature age;
  • Hormonal disorders;
  • Situations in which sexual intercourse cannot be carried out (such as vaginismus)
  • Azoospermia (no sperm is present due to congenital disease or an illness such as mumps when younger)
  • Sperm production is further affected (number-mobility in the sperm and progressive decrease in structural format) due to unknown reasons;
    • Sexual dysfunctions (psychological or any medical discomfort / problems associated with ejaculation or failure to achieve erection due to drug side-effects).

What are the stages involved in IVF treatment?

The female and male should be assessed by a medical professional. Certain blood tests are needed to assess fertility levels in a couple. Examples of blood tests for the female are Anti Mullerian Hormone (AMH), TSH, Prolactin etc. as well as gynaecological examinations, a trans-vaginal scan to monitor the egg reserve and a Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) to check the fallopian tubes and uterus. Males require blood tests but most importantly a Semen analysis. After the tests, if there is a problem then this will be corrected and then we look to begin stimulation.

Ovarian Stimulation is based on the results from the blood test assessment and scans, a medication protocol is designed for the female, this will be daily hormonal injections with a combination of vitamins to stimulate the antral follicles and enable the follicles to grow. There are two types of stimulation protocols, Long and Short, the preferred protocol is generally the Short protocol (Antagonist) as stimulation will begin on day two or three of the menstrual cycle and will last between 11-13 days. Ultrasounds and blood tests will be needed at certain stages of the stimulation, so the female will be closely monitored to check follicle development. The hormone stimulation is a series of hormone daily subcutaneous injections (GnRH) and these encourage the eggs in your body to grow but the dose of the medication is also dependent on factors such as how may potential antral follicles are present, as well as height and weight of the patient.

Once the stimulation process is completed and the follicles are of a certain size to be triggered, the last injections are applied and these are to invoke ovulation and also help to increase the number of mature eggs collected. There are two different types of trigger injections that can be used individually or in combination (containing hCG / containing GnRH analogue) Based on your follicle development, your doctor will determine which trigger injections should be used. Egg collection (OPU) is performed, 34-36 hours after the trigger injection is administered at a certain time. The egg collection itself is a very straight forward procedure, and anaesthesia is used to sedate the female, to make the egg collection less stressful. Prior to the egg collection we need the female to be nil by mouth (no food or water) for 4-6 hours because anaesthesia will be administered intravenously. On the day of the egg collection, the sperm sample will also be needed, we recommend a minimum of 2-3 days abstinence. The sperm sample will then be processed within the laboratory and then the one best-looking and high-quality sperm will be injected into each mature egg. After the egg collection procedure, a new medication protocol will begin (e.g. Progesterone) to prepare the body for the transfer of the embryos to maximise the chances of pregnancy.

The fertilisation of bringing the egg and sperm together is carried out by the embryologists within the laboratory, there are different techniques that can be carried out:

  • In Vitro Fertilisation Method: The mature egg is placed in a laboratory dish with some of the sperm sample, they are left for 16-18 hours within the incubator and then monitored under a microscope to see if fertilisation has taken place.
  • Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) Method: In this method, once the eggs are removed, each egg is placed under the microscope and a single sperm selected is microinjected by the embryologist into the mature egg. Nowadays this is the preferred technique as it maximises the chances of fertilisation. The eggs are left within the incubator and 16-18 hours after the microinjection, the eggs are monitored to see if fertilisation has taken place.
  • IMSI (Highly Powered Microscope to Select Sperm for Microinjection): The IMSI method is a technique used for selecting sperm in couples who have poor quality sperm, allowing more detailed evaluation of sperm the microscope magnifies the sample to enable the best-looking sperm to be selected for microinjection. With this method, the anomalies of the head, tail etc. of the sperm cell are individually assessed, as they are magnified 6000-8000-fold, this means that sperm can be detected more precisely.

After Microinjection, the dishes are labelled and stored within special incubators with the patient’s ID and 16-18 hours after injection they are monitored to determine whether fertilisation has taken place.

Our doctor will advise you (based on embryo development) which day the transfer will be best to be carried out. Depending on egg count or endometrium thickness, your doctor may decide to freeze the embryos for transfer at a later stage.

The Transfer procedure is a straight forward and painless procedure, it does not require any anaesthesia or sedation. Patients who are sensitive may be sedated for the transfer if needed. The transfer is carried out with a full bladder, so you are required to drink plenty of water before the procedure. Once the bladder is full the endometrium can be clearly identified with the aid of ultrasound guidance. The embryologist draws the embryo into a catheter and passes it to the doctor and with the aid of the ultrasound the catheter is guided by a nurse and the catheter is placed into the endometrium and the embryo(s) are released. After the transfer, you are taken to your room and are asked to rest for approximately 1 hour. After the transfer, and resting for one hour, the medication protocol will be adjusted and you will be discharged from the Centre as you will be in treatment as an outpatient. 

On the transfer day, the date of when the pregnancy test should be carried out will be advised, it is usually 12 days post transfer when a beta HcG blood test is advised to be carried out.

IVF treatment costs in Cyprus vary depending on the clinic and any additional services provided. However, supplementary procedures such as egg and sperm donation can increase the overall cost. Medications, genetic testing, and additional laboratory services are typically not included in the base price.

For international patients, accommodation and travel expenses may also add to the total cost. At Cyprus Hope Fertility, we offer package services that include accommodation and transfer support as part of the treatment process, ensuring a more convenient and stress-free experience.

Frequently Asked Questions About IVF in Cyprus

In Vitro Fertilization Cyprus is recognised internationally for its high success rates, experienced fertility specialists, and advanced IVF laboratories. Cyprus has become one of Europe’s leading destinations for IVF treatment thanks to its high success rates, advanced embryology laboratories, experienced fertility specialists, and affordable treatment options. At Cyprus Hope Fertility, we provide personalised IVF treatment plans, modern reproductive technologies, and comprehensive support for international patients throughout their fertility journey.

IVF treatment in Cyprus typically offers shorter waiting times, internationally experienced fertility specialists, advanced laboratory technology, and more affordable treatment costs compared to many countries in Western Europe. These advantages are why we see so many couples choosing Cyprus for high-quality fertility care without long delays.

IVF treatment in Cyprus may be recommended for couples experiencing blocked fallopian tubes, male infertility, ovulation disorders, endometriosis, recurrent IVF failure, unexplained infertility, or age-related fertility decline. At Cyprus Hope Fertility, every patient receives a personalised fertility assessment from our team before treatment begins.

North Cyprus offers a more flexible legal framework for certain fertility treatments, including egg, sperm, and embryo donation, which are not currently permitted under Turkish law. This is why we welcome many Turkish patients seeking donor-based fertility treatments within a short flight from home, carried out under regulated clinical conditions.

The success of IVF treatment depends on several factors, including age, egg quality, sperm quality, embryo development, and overall reproductive health. Dr. Zehra Onar and our embryology team use personalised treatment protocols and advanced laboratory technology to help maximise pregnancy success for every patient we treat.

Your stay in Cyprus will depend on your individual treatment plan, and typically covers ovarian stimulation monitoring, egg retrieval, embryo development, and embryo transfer. Dr. Zehra Onar and our team will plan your treatment schedule individually and let you know exactly what to expect before you travel.

The IVF treatment process we follow includes an initial consultation, fertility testing, ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, laboratory fertilisation (IVF or ICSI), embryo culture, embryo transfer, and a pregnancy blood test. Every stage is carried out under the supervision of Dr. Zehra Onar and our experienced fertility specialists and embryologists.

Yes. Our team at Cyprus Hope Fertility provides comprehensive care for patients travelling from abroad, including online consultations, personalised treatment planning, multilingual patient coordination, accommodation guidance, and continuous medical support before, during, and after treatment.

The cost of your IVF treatment depends on your personalised treatment plan, medications, laboratory procedures, and any additional fertility services you may need. After your medical evaluation, we provide a transparent treatment plan with clear information about everything included.

Yes. Depending on your fertility diagnosis, we can combine IVF with advanced reproductive techniques such as ICSI, PGT (Preimplantation Genetic Testing), embryo freezing, blastocyst transfer, egg donation, or sperm donation when medically appropriate.

Among IVF clinics in Cyprus, patients choose Dr. Zehra Onar and the Cyprus Hope Fertility team for our personalised, one-to-one treatment approach, multilingual patient coordination, transparent communication throughout every stage, and close medical supervision from consultation to post-transfer follow-up — so international patients feel supported at every step of their fertility journey.