Assisted Reproduction

IVF with embryo donation in Prague: one trip, one transfer

If neither your own eggs nor your partner's sperm can be used for a pregnancy, embryo donation is often the simplest route. You need no stimulation and no egg retrieval: we transfer a donated, frozen embryo, and you travel to Prague only once.

Donated embryos: anonymous and carefully selected

At ISCARE the embryos are created from the eggs of an anonymous female donor and the sperm of an anonymous male donor. Both undergo comprehensive medical and genetic screening. Your initial consultation is free and takes place online, and an English-speaking coordinator supports you from your first question to the pregnancy test.

Our benefits

Initial consultation free and online

Only one trip to Prague, for the embryo transfer

No stimulation, no egg retrieval

Female donors aged 18 to 35, male donors 18 to 38, thoroughly screened

Package EUR 1,900 including preparation medication

English-speaking coordinator

Is embryo donation the right path for you?

We recommend treatment with donated embryos above all if one of the following applies: 

  • you cannot use your own eggs and at the same time your partner's sperm quality is severely reduced or there are no sperm
  • several IVF attempts with your own eggs and sperm, or with donor eggs, have been unsuccessful
  • both partners carry a risk of passing on a serious hereditary disease
  • for medical reasons you want treatment to be as simple and gentle as possible

If your partner's sperm can still be used, we will also discuss egg donation with you at the initial consultation. Your partner is then the genetic father of the child.

What happens at home, what in Prague

Most of the preparation takes place at home. The initial consultation is free of charge and takes place online. You travel to Prague only once, for the embryo transfer. Your partner comes once to give a sperm sample, alone or together with you. Nobody needs to stay overnight.

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COSTS

EUR 1,900, known in advance

An IVF cycle with a donated embryo at ISCARE costs EUR 1,900. All prices apply to patients without Czech public health insurance and are stated in EUR.

What is included in the package? See details in our pricelist. 

How often do I have to travel to Prague?

  • 1 × You: for the embryo transfer, 2 to 3 hours at the clinic, no overnight stay
  • 0 × Your partner: your partner does not need to travel to Prague, but he is welcome to come with you
What happens during the visits to Prague?
  • During your partner's visit we take blood for the STD tests on the same day. Czech law requires us to carry out these tests in our own laboratory, so we cannot use findings from the United Kingdom for them.
  • For the embryo transfer you spend 2 to 3 hours with us including preparation and rest, and can then travel home. Prague is a few hours from most UK cities by car, bus or plane; the EXTRA PLUS package includes an airport shuttle.
  • You can have the semen analysis done in UK; we accept the result. If you prefer to have it done with us, it costs EUR 100.
Fresh transfer or frozen embryo transfer?
  • Both are possible. In a fresh transfer we transfer the embryo on the fifth day after the eggs are retrieved from the donor. In a frozen transfer the embryo is first frozen and transferred later, at a time that suits your cycle and your plans. We decide together which option is right for you when planning the treatment.

Timeline

How quickly can it happen?

We set the exact schedule together after the initial consultation, so you can plan travel, holidays and work.

  • First contact to initial consultation
    1 to 2 weeks
  • Preliminary tests at home
    2 to 4 weeks
  • Choosing the embryos
    Up to 4 weeks for standard requests
  • Preparing the lining
    About 2 to 3 weeks
  • Embryo transfer, fresh or frozen
    1 appointment, 2 to 3 hours at the clinic
  • Pregnancy test
    About 14 days after the transfer

EMBRYOS AND DONORS: Our own donor database

Trusted expertise in reproductive medicine since 1994

The embryos are created in our laboratory from the eggs of a female donor and the sperm of a male donor from ISCARE's own donor programmes. We culture them to the blastocyst stage and freeze only high-quality embryos.

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Donors' guarantee

What requirements must ISCARE donors meet?

  • female donors 18 to 35, male donors 18 to 38
  • Czech citizenship or permanent residence and public health insurance in the Czech Republic, so we know their medical history
  • at least completed secondary education
  • medical and psychological interview, family history
  • infection serology (HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis), tested repeatedly
  • genetic testing; for female donors karyotype and carrier screening for 12 genes
  • anonymous by law

EMBRYOS AND DONORS

Our donors criteria
  • female donors 18 to 35, male donors 18 to 38
  • Czech citizenship or permanent residence and public health insurance in the Czech Republic, so we know their medical history
  • at least completed secondary education
  • medical and psychological interview, family history
  • infection serology (HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis), tested repeatedly
  • genetic testing; for female donors karyotype and carrier screening for 12 genes
  • anonymous by law
How we choose embryos for you

We choose embryos from a female donor who is as close as possible to you and a male donor who is as close as possible to your partner: height, hair and eye colour, skin type and build. We agree the choice with you before the reservation.

What you learn about the donors
  • the age range of both donors
  • phenotypic features of both donors
  • blood groups
  • results of the medical and genetic tests

You will not receive names, photos or contact details; the donation is anonymous.

LABORATORY AND TECHNOLOGY

What laboratory technologies support your IVF treatment?
  • eWitness electronic sample identification: protection against mix-ups at every step
  • extended embryo culture to the blastocyst stage
  • vitrification and our own cryobank
  • EmbryoGlue, Assisted hatching
MUDr. Diana Garabášová Mlynárová

Head of Assisted Reproduction ISCARE

MUDr. Diana Garabášová Mlynárová

“For many years I have been caring for couples who wish to have a child. I studied at the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University in Brno and gained my clinical experience at the Institute for the Care of Mother and Child in Prague and then at Sanatorium Pronatal, where I was deputy head physician. In my work I value an individual approach, open communication and trust. I believe every couple deserves care tailored to their situation and sensitive guidance on the path to parenthood.”

“Patients do not remember the medical details or the names of medicines. They remember how they felt in our care.”

Jiřina P.

9. 11. 2026

A fantastic, modern clinic – a huge thank you to the Head of Department, Dr Diana Garabášová Mlynárová – professionalism, care and attention; the best of the best. 

Anna M.

9. 10. 2026

An excellent clinic, well-trained staff, outstanding and expert doctors; Alena, the coordinator, is always kind and supports you every step of the way, from your first contact right through to the rest of your pregnancy. My experience has been incredibly positive. I fell pregnant on my first attempt, thanks to ISCARE.

Duskica M.

13. 8. 2026

I travelled from Germany to the Iscare Clinic for IVF and I’m absolutely delighted – especially with the result. I’d been undergoing treatment in Germany for eight years but never got as far as I did after my first treatment here in Prague. I was able to freeze embryos and today I had my transfer. The doctors are brilliant, and the lovely Ms Tusla, who has supported me from the very beginning, has given me excellent advice and answered all my questions. Thank you.

Renata M.

6. 5. 2026

My experience with the ISCARE IVF centre has been very positive, even though our IVF cycle unfortunately wasn’t successful. I’d particularly like to highlight the overall attitude of the staff throughout the entire process. From the reception staff, through the IVF coordinator, the anaesthetist, the nurses in the recovery room after the egg retrieval, right through to the laboratory team – everyone was very kind, helpful and professional. I was also very impressed by the Head of Department, Dr Lacheta, who conducted the initial consultation with us and explained everything clearly. However, my experience of working with Dr Jaržembovská was truly exceptional. She was a great source of support for me throughout and always managed to give me hope through her approach. She explained every examination in detail, and I never had any problem asking her anything. Her manner was always very pleasant – she comes across as empathetic and approachable, whilst maintaining a high level of professionalism. Although I unfortunately did not manage to get pregnant, I am really glad that we chose this centre. Compared to the previous assisted reproduction centre we attended, there’s simply no comparison – I’d go so far as to say that, looking back, our previous experience seems almost amateurish. At ISCARE, I always felt that someone genuinely cared about me as a patient and wanted to help me, rather than treating me as just another case. The cost of IVF is comparable to other centres, but in my opinion the standard of service provided is significantly higher. I plan to undergo further IVF treatment here in the future; thank you so much for everything ❤️

Klára P.

24. 2. 2026

I would like to express my immense appreciation for the approach, professionalism and compassion of the Head of Department, Dr Jan Lacheta. He explained everything so clearly, was very empathetic and truly professional.

YOUR STORIES

Parents Michelle, Tomas and their Ellen

Thanks to you, we have a beautiful, healthy baby girl

"Words cannot express how much we thank Chief Lacheta for his attitude and support. But we cannot forget the other kind staff, from the reception to the nurses. Thanks to you, we have a beautiful, healthy baby girl, Ellen. Thank you very much," the happy parents wrote to us.

Mummy Olina and her Olinka

We recommend you everywhere

"Thanks to the friendly and empathetic approach of ISCARE nurses and doctors, we have a beautiful little girl at home for a few months now. We recommend you everywhere," wrote the happy mother Olina.

Mother Marcela and her Christopher

We made it and we're Family

"We've waited so long for you. All our journey and all the disappointment was worth it. We made it and we're a family now. Thank you for our little miracle," wrote mom Marcela.

FAQ: Embryos and anonymity

Can my child later obtain medical information about the donors?

We keep the donors' medical data for 30 years. Should your child later need medically relevant information, it can be requested through the treating doctors without disclosing the donors' identity.

How many embryos are transferred?

As a rule we transfer one embryo. This avoids the risks of a multiple pregnancy.

Can I choose the embryos myself?

We make the selection for you based on your and your partner's characteristics and agree it with you before the reservation. A catalogue of donor profiles is not possible under Czech law, because the donation is anonymous.

Is embryo donation anonymous?

Yes. Czech law obliges us to preserve mutual anonymity between the donors and the recipient couple. We do not disclose the donors' identity to you or to your child. In the UK, by contrast, donor-conceived people can learn the donors' identity from the age of 18.

FAQ: Process and travel

Do I need a referral?

No.

Does my partner have to come to Prague?

Not for the treatment itself. You both sign the joint consent [add how: in person or certified].

How often do I have to travel to Prague?

Only once, for the embryo transfer. Including preparation and rest you spend 2 to 3 hours with us. The initial consultation takes place online and you prepare at home.

FAQ: Costs

Will my health insurance cover the costs?

Usually not. Please check your personal situation directly with your health insurer.

What if I need to postpone treatment?

The reservation is valid for six months. After that you can extend it on request; storage of the biological material is then charged according to the price list.

When do I pay?

In two steps: when you reserve the embryos and on the day of the transfer. The exact amounts are in the price module.

How much does the treatment cost?

An IVF cycle with a donated embryo costs EUR 1,900, including the initial consultation, preparationmedication and the frozen embryo transfer.

FAQ: Guarantee

What if I do not get pregnant?

If you have further embryos reserved, another frozen embryo transfer is possible. Your doctor will discuss the next steps with you; prices are in the price module.