Key Takeaways:
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Donor egg prices depend on the program you choose
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The cost for using donor eggs includes all donor-related costs (compensation, travel, screening) and full coordination.
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Your total investment in egg donation also depends on clinic fees, medications, and insurance coverage.
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Payment plans, grants, and financing options can help make donor egg IVF more accessible.
Choosing to grow your family through donor eggs is a big decision and a meaningful investment in both your heart and your finances, particularly if you’re also navigating the complexities of infertility or planning for a gestational carrier. Our mission is to help you feel confident in your decision and replace uncertainty with clarity and support.
We know that cost plays a role in your family-building journey. While our financial breakdown page outlines each program fee and guarantee in detail, this guide takes a closer look at how donor egg pricing works and the philosophy behind it. Our goal is to help you understand the “why” behind your investment so you can move forward feeling informed and supported.
Fresh vs. Frozen: What's the Difference in Donor Egg Prices?
Your goals, your timeline, and your budget all play a role in choosing the right path. At Donor Nexus, you can pursue either a fresh donor cycle or frozen donor eggs, each with its own pricing structure. When considering cost, please also factor in your insurance coverage and the fertility clinic you have chosen.
Option 1: Fresh Donor Cycle: Starting at $29,600 USD
Fresh egg donor cycles begin at $29,600 USD and are designed for intended parents who want a highly personalized experience. With a fresh cycle, you’re matched one-to-one with a donor, and all eggs retrieved during that cycle are yours.
Premier Fresh Donor Cycles begin at $48,600 USD and feature highly sought-after donors.
This option is often a strong fit if you’re hoping for:
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A higher potential number of eggs and embryos
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A more personalized donor match
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Flexibility for future family-building plans, including sibling goals
Rather than purchasing a set number of eggs, you’re investing in a full donor cycle tailored to your goals and timeline.
What your investment supports
A fresh cycle includes everything needed to support the donor and manage the process, such as donor compensation, donor travel expenses, and comprehensive coordination. These elements work together to help create a smoother, well-supported experience. Outside of your egg donor agency fee, you are responsible for IVF clinic fees, embryo creation, donor medication, and intended parent legal counsel if desired.
Do donor egg prices vary?
The donor’s chosen compensation, travel needs, individual circumstances, and experience level all factor into the final price of donor eggs. Although pricing can be different for each donor, we will always let you know your costs up front.
Additional Opportunities with a Fresh Donor Egg Cycle
These optional services are available only for fresh cycles and are designed to help you finalize your donor match:
- Zoom with Your Egg Donor — $500 (applied toward your agency fee if you proceed)
- Record Review Hold — $500 for your IVF physician to review donor medical records
- One-Week Donor Hold — $500 to secure your donor while you make your final decision
All optional fees are non-refundable.
Option 2: Frozen Donor Eggs: $19,500 to $29,500 USD
If you're looking for a more predictable budget, choosing frozen eggs may be the best fit. Our frozen egg banking cost is set per cohort of six donor eggs.
Benefits of frozen eggs include:
- Lower overall price of donor eggs compared to fresh cycles
- Faster timelines with no need for donor cycle coordination
- Less variation in pricing
- We can ship donor eggs internationally to your fertility clinic (cost included)
These ranges are meant to provide context. Exact pricing details and guarantees are outlined in our Financial Breakdown page
Beyond the Price Tag of Donor Egg Costs
When researching how much donor eggs cost, it’s important to understand what goes into fees and what your investment includes. When you partner with Donor Nexus, every cost supports a smoother, safer path with the goal of achieving a successful outcome.
Added Confidence for Your Egg Donation Journey
A portion of donor egg pricing makes sure your experience is safe, protected, and professionally managed:
- Screening: Includes psychological screening and genetic counseling for egg donors.
- Legal Protections: Covers the donor’s legal representation and management of the escrow account.
- Expert Agency Management: Our team coordinates every detail, keeping your cycle organized and on track.
A Donor-First Approach That Strengthens Your Experience
Our donor-first philosophy is core to every program we offer. When donors feel respected and fully supported, cycles tend to run more smoothly, and intended parents benefit directly.
Here’s how this approach shapes donor egg prices:
- Donor Autonomy: Each donor sets her own compensation with our facilitation, and she is empowered to choose a compensation amount that feels right for her location and commitment. We always guide egg donors in choosing an appropriate compensation amount.
- Fresh egg donors can choose from a wider compensation range than frozen egg donors.
- Zero Deductions: We cover all donor travel, lodging, and support, so donors receive their full compensation, rather than deducting from their pay.
- Comprehensive Care: Donors receive ongoing support and comprehensive education from our team. This support makes donors less likely to cancel or fail to follow through.
Our ethical model honors donors and creates a strong foundation for your family-building journey. When donors feel valued and empowered, intended parents experience better donor matches.
Explore the donor database to find your donor match!
Making Donor Eggs More Accessible
We know that the price for donor eggs can feel like a lot. That’s why we provide tools to help make the process more manageable.
Flexible Payment Installments
Payments for both fresh and frozen egg programs can be made in up to two installments. You’ll receive a clear schedule so nothing feels unexpected.
Fertility Loans Through CapexMD
We partner with CapexMD to offer flexible financing specifically designed for fertility treatment.
IVF Grants & Financial Support Resources
Our IVF Grants page lists opportunities that may help offset the price of donor eggs.
More Than a Price Tag: An Investment in Hope
No two family-building journeys look the same, but every journey deserves clarity, compassion, and expert support. Our Donor Nexus team is here to help you feel informed and empowered as you take this next step toward welcoming your baby.
If you have questions about donor egg pricing, please connect with our team, or download our free e-book to learn more about how donor egg pricing works.
Donor Egg Pricing: FAQs
1. What’s included in donor egg pricing?
Costs include donor compensation, travel, legal fees, psychological and genetic screening, temporary medical insurance, and full agency coordination.
2. Does insurance cover the costs of donor eggs?
Coverage varies. Some plans cover parts of IVF treatment but not egg donation fees. We recommend confirming directly with your insurance provider.
3. Is a fresh donor egg cycle more expensive than frozen donor eggs?
Yes, fresh donor cycles are typically more expensive because they include a full, one-on-one stimulation and retrieval cycle. With a fresh cycle, you receive all eggs retrieved, which can lead to more embryos and more long-term family-building potential.
Frozen donor eggs generally cost less upfront and offer predictable pricing, faster timelines, and lower variation in program fees.
4. Do I pay the donor directly, or does the clinic/agency handle that?
You do not pay the donor directly. All donor-related payments are managed through a secure third-party escrow account coordinated by Donor Nexus. This structure keeps the process professional, ethical, and stress-free for intended parents and donors alike. 