IVF in Czech Republic for UK Patients 2026: Costs, Clinics & What to Expect
Published: April 2026 · 12 min read
£1,800–£3,500
Own Egg IVF Cycle
£3,000–£5,500
Donor Egg IVF (clinic fees)
~2 hours
Flight from London
1 Trip
Typical for Donor Egg
The Czech Republic — and particularly the cities of Prague and Brno — has established itself as Europe's most price-competitive IVF destination for UK patients. With world-class embryology labs, high donor availability, and costs 50–60% below UK private rates, it attracts thousands of British patients each year. This guide covers everything you need to know.
Why do UK patients choose the Czech Republic for IVF?
Primarily cost — own egg IVF from £1,800 and donor egg from £3,000 at the clinic, roughly 50–60% below UK private rates. The Czech Republic also has: short donor waiting times (4–8 weeks vs 12–24 months in the UK), high-volume embryology labs with experienced teams, EU medical standards and regulation, a short flight (under 2 hours from London), and relatively low accommodation costs (£60–£120/night in Brno vs London prices). Reprofit in Brno is one of Europe's highest-volume donor egg clinics.
IVF Costs: Czech Republic vs UK
| Treatment | Czech Republic | UK Private | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| IVF (own eggs) | £1,800–£3,500 | £4,000–£7,000 | ~50% |
| Donor egg IVF | £3,000–£5,500 | £7,000–£15,000 | ~55–65% |
| Medications | £400–£1,200 | £1,000–£3,500 | ~50–65% |
| Frozen embryo transfer | £600–£1,200 | £1,500–£2,500 | ~55% |
| PGT-A (per embryo) | £120–£300 | £300–£600 | ~50–60% |
Total trip cost for a donor egg cycle: Clinic fees (£3,500–£5,500) + medications (£400–£800 for recipient) + flights London–Prague/Brno return (£80–£200) + accommodation Brno 4 nights (£240–£480 at £60–£120/night) = total approximately £4,500–£7,500. That's half the cost of the same treatment in the UK.
Top IVF Clinics in the Czech Republic
Reprofit International — Brno
Most popular for UK patientsOne of Europe's highest-volume donor egg clinics. Processes thousands of international cycles per year, giving embryologists enormous experience. Known for excellent patient communication in English, transparent fixed pricing, and high success rates. Brno is 2.5 hours by train from Prague airport.
Donor egg: £3,000–£4,500 (inc. donor fees)
IVF Cube — Prague
Best Prague optionModern clinic in central Prague with strong international patient focus. Offers personal coordinator assigned to each patient, thorough remote preparation, and good donor database. More expensive than Reprofit but more central for patients wanting to combine treatment with time in Prague.
Donor egg: £4,000–£6,000
Unica Clinic — Brno & Prague
Transparent communicationWell regarded for patient-centred approach and clear, honest communication. Publishes detailed success rate data. Offers both fresh and frozen donor egg cycles. Strong English-language support team.
Donor egg: £3,500–£5,500
GENNET — Prague
Best for PGT-ASpecialises in preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A, PGT-M). Particularly recommended for patients with recurrent implantation failure, recurrent miscarriage, or known genetic conditions. One of Europe's leading genetic testing labs.
Own egg IVF + PGT-A: £3,500–£5,500
Prague vs Brno: Which City?
🏙️ Prague
- • Direct flights from most UK airports
- • More accommodation options
- • Higher cost of living (still cheap vs UK)
- • IVF Cube, GENNET based here
- • Better for city-break combination
🏘️ Brno
- • 2.5 hrs train/bus from Prague airport
- • Lower accommodation costs
- • Quieter, easier to navigate
- • Reprofit, Unica based here
- • Preferred by patients focused on treatment
Most UK patients flying to Brno clinics fly into Prague (Václav Havel Airport) and take the Student Agency bus or train to Brno (~2–2.5 hours, £10–£20). Brno itself is a compact, walkable city where most clinics are within a short taxi ride of the centre.
How the Process Works from the UK
- 1
Free remote consultation
All major Czech clinics offer video consultations in English. Share your history and test results. They'll propose a protocol and give you a written quote including all costs.
- 2
Baseline tests (UK)
AMH, FSH, LH blood tests and antral follicle count (AFC) scan. Usually arranged at a UK private GP or scanning clinic. The Czech clinic tells you exactly which tests they need.
- 3
Synchronisation (for donor egg)
For donor egg cycles, the recipient takes oestrogen to prepare the uterus. This is done at home; the clinic monitors remotely or you do a UK scan to check lining thickness.
- 4
One trip to Czech Republic
For frozen donor egg transfer: fly to Prague, train/bus to Brno (if Reprofit), stay 3–4 nights for the transfer and a follow-up. The clinic manages the timing precisely.
- 5
Post-transfer support
Progesterone support medications prescribed by the clinic, taken at home. Pregnancy blood test 10–14 days after transfer, arranged at a UK private lab. Clinic available by email/phone for questions.
Legal Framework
✅ Permitted in Czech Republic
- • Own egg IVF
- • Donor egg IVF (anonymous)
- • Donor sperm
- • Double donation
- • PGT-A / PGT-M
- • Heterosexual couples and single women
- • Embryo freezing
❌ Not permitted
- • Surrogacy
- • Same-sex female couples (as of 2026)
- • Known/identified donors
- • Sex selection (non-medical)
Important: As of 2026, Czech law restricts IVF (including donor egg) to heterosexual couples and single women. Same-sex female couples are not eligible for treatment at Czech clinics. Spain and Greece are better options for same-sex couples.
Practical Tips
- ✓Reprofit in Brno is particularly well-suited to UK patients on a budget — prices are among Europe's lowest for donor egg IVF.
- ✓Brno has limited direct UK flights — fly to Prague then take the comfortable Student Agency bus to Brno (book ahead).
- ✓Czech crowns (CZK) are the local currency, but most clinics quote and invoice in euros. Carry a Wise or Revolut card.
- ✓Accommodation in Brno costs £60–£120/night — significantly cheaper than Prague or Madrid.
- ✓Ask your clinic whether they have a patient liaison in the UK — some clinics have UK-based coordinators for initial questions.
- ✓Check your travel insurance — ensure it covers medical treatment abroad and trip cancellation for medical reasons.
- ✓Request your full medical records from the clinic before leaving — useful for UK GP or follow-up care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. IVF costs, laws, and clinic offerings change regularly. Czech law restricts IVF to heterosexual couples and single women as of 2026 — verify current regulations before proceeding. Always obtain written quotes and consult your doctor before making treatment decisions.