Dreams of parenthood should never be determined by borders.

Today, more intended parents than ever are finding hope through international fertility options. IVF abroad is creating new possibilities, allowing families to access top fertility specialists, higher success rates, lower costs, and legal flexibility.

While international IVF opens doors, there’s one essential puzzle piece that makes it all possible: cryogenic transportation. Without a safe and reliable way to move reproductive cells across borders, many of these opportunities wouldn’t exist.

At CryoLogistics, we specialize in hand-carry cryo transport for international fertility treatments and surrogacy. We’ve transported hundreds of reproductive cells across 70+ countries with a 100% success rate.

We celebrate the opportunities international IVF provides for families, and we’re committed to ensuring no geographical boundary stands in the way of your dreams.

So how exactly do we transport your precious cargo around the world? Let’s take a closer look at how cryogenic transportation works – so you can confidently prepare for IVF abroad. 

What Is Cryogenic Transportation?

Cryogenic transportation is the process of moving frozen embryos, eggs, and sperm samples at ultra-low temperatures to protect their viability.

Specifically, hand-carry cryogenic transportation is when a trained medical courier personally escorts your cells on their journey, ensuring they’re continuously monitored and delivered safely. 

Reproductive cells are transported in a cryoshipper charged with liquid nitrogen, maintaining a stable environment of -196°C (-321°F) – the precise temperature required to preserve cells for IVF treatment.

Transporting embryos, eggs, or sperm samples incorrectly can lead to cell damage, reduced viability, or even loss. But unlike traditional shipping, hand-carry cryo transport offers the highest level of care and protection for your cells.

Your precious cargo is irreplaceable, and safely transporting it across borders is a vital step in your international IVF journey. 

How Cryo Transport Supports IVF Abroad

Not all countries offer the same fertility treatment options. Some have strict regulations on embryo creation, donation, or who can access IVF, making it difficult for intended parents to pursue treatment in their home country.

As a result, many turn to IVF abroad, where they can access the care and options that align with their needs. But to make this possible, they often need to move their cryopreserved embryos, eggs, or sperm samples.

Here are the different ways we support your international IVF or surrogacy journey:

Moving Your Own Reproductive Cells

If you’ve already undergone egg retrieval, sperm freezing, or embryo creation in one country but plan to complete your IVF treatment in a different country, we safely transport your reproductive cells to your fertility clinic abroad in 24 to 72 hours.

Examples:

👉 You retrieved and froze eggs in the UK, but you’re now undergoing IVF with your partner at a clinic in the US. 

👉 You created embryos via IVF in South Africa, but are relocating to Australia and want your embryos with you for future treatment.

Transporting Donor Reproductive Cells

If you’re using donor eggs, embryos, or sperm to grow your family, they may be stored in a different country from where you’re receiving treatment.

We make sure your donor cells arrive safely and on time – so you can focus on the journey to your destination without worrying about the logistics of your cells.

Examples:

👉 You’re undergoing IVF in Argentina and using donor sperm from a European cryobank. Your sperm samples need to be transported before your treatment cycle begins.

👉 You’re working with an egg donor agency in South Africa, but your embryos will be created and implanted at your clinic in the US.

Surrogacy-Related Transport

For intended parents pursuing surrogacy abroad, embryos are often created in one country but need to be transported to the country where your surrogate is located.

We safely hand-carry your embryos from your origin clinic or cryobank, ensuring they arrive safely for implantation at your surrogate’s clinic.

Examples:

👉 You created embryos through IVF in Canada but are working with a surrogate in Mexico.

👉 You froze embryos in Spain, but your gestational surrogate is based in Colombia. The embryos need to be transported for transfer.

Relocation for Medical or Personal Reasons

If you’re moving internationally, you may need to transport your frozen embryos, eggs, or sperm samples to a new clinic in your destination country.

Whether you’re continuing fertility treatment, planning for the future, or ensuring your precious cells stay close by, we make the transition seamless.

Examples:

👉 You started IVF in the UK but are relocating to Thailand. Your embryos need to be transported to a new clinic so you can continue IVF abroad.

👉 You froze your eggs in the US but are moving to Portugal and want them stored in a cryobank closer to home for future fertility treatments.

Key Considerations for IVF Abroad

Moving your cells across borders requires careful planning. From legal requirements to clinic coordination, there are several factors to consider when pursuing IVF abroad.

Here’s what you need to know – and how our team at CryoLogistics makes this process seamless and stress-free.

Permits & Legal Compliance

Every country has its own regulations on reproductive cell transport, often requiring permits, medical approvals, or legal documentation. Failing to meet these requirements can lead to delays or even rejection at customs.

→ How We Help: We navigate international fertility laws, help you secure the necessary permits, and handle all required documentation to ensure smooth, compliant transport.

Customs & Security Clearance

Reproductive cells aren’t standard medical shipments – they must pass through customs and security screenings without being compromised. Delays, improper handling, X-ray screenings, and lack of regulatory knowledge can put your cells at risk.

→ How We Help: Our expert medical couriers have extensive experience with airport security and customs procedures, ensuring your cells are never exposed to harmful X-rays or mishandled by third parties.

Timing & Clinic Coordination

Timing is everything when pursuing IVF abroad. Your precious cargo needs to arrive at exactly the right time to align with your IVF cycle, embryo transfer, or donor fertilization. Delays could mean missed treatment windows or additional storage fees.

→ How We Help: We work directly with your clinic, cryobank, or surrogacy agency to coordinate precise transport schedules, ensuring your cells arrive at your destination in 24 to 72 hours. 

Secure Your Cryo Transport for IVF Abroad

Ensuring your reproductive cells safely reach their destination is essential to the success of your IVF journey.

At CryoLogistics, we’ve hand-carried countless IVF transports around the world. Each journey is managed with global expertise, precise coordination, and personalized care to ensure your precious cargo arrives safely and on time.

We actually guarantee your cells will arrive within one to three days, no matter the distance, so you can focus on what matters most – taking the next step toward your dream of starting a family.

Learn more about our hand-carry cryo transport services for IVF abroad. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

*Updated August 2025. Some information may have changed since this date.*