We are currently creating our donor database and are not taking intended parents just yet.
Cycles across borders
Venus coordinates egg donation cycles for intended parents in the United States and around the world. Every international cycle follows the same standards we use at home. We coordinate a cycle only when egg donation is legal for everyone involved.
Where we coordinate cycles
Today Venus coordinates cycles in the United States and Mexico. Type your country in the map below to check. We add a new country only after we confirm the law, a licensed clinic and donor insurance there.
Our international standards
Legal in every country. Egg donation must be legal where the retrieval happens and in your home country.
Independent attorneys. You and your donor each have your own reproductive attorney. You also get legal advice from your home country before matching.
Licensed clinics. Retrievals happen only at licensed clinics that Venus has reviewed.
Insurance first. Donor complication insurance that covers the retrieval country is in place before any medication starts.
Escrow first. All cycle funds are held in escrow before the cycle begins.
FDA screening. Every donor completes FDA infectious disease screening and testing within the required time window.
Fair pay. Donor pay is never tied to the number of eggs or to pregnancy results.
Donor care and travel
Donors always travel with a companion. Venus books flights, lodging and local transportation for both. Intended parents cover these travel costs. We stay in touch with your donor and with you through every stage of the trip.
Shipping eggs and embryos
Venus does not coordinate egg or embryo shipping yet. If your plan involves moving eggs or embryos between countries, your clinic and attorney will guide that process. Shipping requires permits in both countries and a specialized cryo courier. Embryos coming into the United States must also meet FDA donor screening rules.
Costs
International cycles have a few added costs. These usually include travel, legal fees in two countries and shipping. You receive a written estimate before you sign anything. All funds are held in escrow.
Communication across time zones
We schedule calls around your time zone and keep you informed by email and messaging throughout your cycle.
Important to know
This page is general information. It is not legal or medical advice. Laws on egg donation change often and differ by country. Your attorney confirms the rules that apply to your cycle. Venus cannot guarantee a pregnancy, a live birth or a set number of eggs.
Get started
Contact us to talk about your goals, your clinic location, and your timeline. We will walk you through the next steps.