For many individuals and couples in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt and across the Middle East, starting a family can come with challenges – especially as some fertility treatments, such as IVF with donor eggs, are not permitted in these countries by law. That’s where NOW-fertility can help.
As an international fertility provider with a global network of partner clinics, we specialise in helping patients begin their IVF journey overseas – with full expert clinical support, complete discretion, and high success rates. If you’re wondering how to start the process for IVF with donor eggs if you’re based in the Middle East, here’s what you need to know.
Why Middle East Patients Seek IVF with Donor Eggs Abroad
Within the region, IVF treatment with donor eggs is not legally permitted. Patients from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Dammam, Doha, Cairo and beyond face limited options unless they opt to travel overseas for their fertility treatment.
By choosing IVF abroad with NOW-fertility, patients benefit from:
- Access to treatments unavailable at home in the Middle East
- Anonymity and diversity in egg donor databases
- Expert fertility care delivered by renowned physicians
- High success rates from leading European fertility clinics
- No waiting time to begin treatment
At NOW-fertility, the team of fertility consultants, specialist nurses and care coordinators help you navigate every step – from initial consultation to embryo transfer – while staying connected to home.
Understanding IVF with Donor Eggs
Patients who IVF with donor eggs is recommended for include:
- Women with low ovarian reserve (low AMH levels)
- Women with ovarian failure
- Women with poor egg quality
- Women of advanced chronological age (over 40)
- Women who are known carriers of certain genetic disorders
- Women who failed to respond to reasonable ovarian stimulation
- Women who have had repeated failed IVF attempts using their own eggs
The process of IVF with donor eggs involves fertilising the eggs with sperm (either from the partner, or if necessary from a sperm donor), creating embryos, and then transferring one good quality embryo into your uterus whilst the remaining embryos can be frozen and stored for future use. With NOW-fertility’s help, the whole process is truly personalised, streamlined, and carried out within our state-of-the-art clinics in Europe and the UK.
Step-by-Step: Starting IVF with Donor Eggs from the Middle East
Starting the journey from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt or other countries within Middle East region is easier than you might think. Here’s how it works with NOW-fertility:
- Initial Consultation – Meet your dedicated fertility consultant and specialist nurse through a face-to-face online meeting.
- Treatment Planning – With the help and support of our expert team, choose the overseas location for IVF with donor eggs treatment from our network of partner licensed and quality-controlled fertility clinics.
- Donor Matching – Taking into account your own characteristics and donor’s preferences, our specialist team will assist you choosing carefully matched donor eggs.
- Cycle Coordination and Monitoring – A personalised medications protocol to prepare your endometrium (lining of the womb) for embryo transfer and give you the best possible chance of success will be prepared by the fertility consultant. Monitoring throughout the treatment cycle can be arranged discretely close to home, meaning there is no need to travel until you are ready for the final stage of your treatment.
- Travel for Embryo Transfer – Make the short trip abroad to the chosen clinic’s location.
Choosing a Trusted Clinic for IVF with Donor Eggs – Without Leaving where you live in the Middle East (At First!)
NOW-fertility’s network includes established, licensed and state of the art IVF clinics in:
What to Expect When You Travel
Typically, most patients only need to spend 4–7 days at the clinic’s location, unless you choose to extend your stay and combine the fertility treatment with a relaxing and joyful holiday break at some of the best cities in Europe.
NOW-fertility’s Concierge and Lifestyle Service offers comprehensive and bespoke support, including:
- Assistance with travel plans and VISA applications
- Accommodation booking close to the clinic
- CStart your journey with egg donation abroad. Expert IVF with donor eggs for UAE patients from NOW-fertility’s clinics in Spain, Greece, Italy & more.hauffeur services
- Restaurants and events reservations
- Private excursions and personal shopping experiences
- Support in your preferred language, including Arabic
The NOW-fertility’s dynamic and passionate team works around your schedule and comfort level — offering maximum flexibility.
Privacy, Cultural Sensitivity, and Discretion
We understand the unique needs and requirements of all our patients. NOW-fertility ensures:
- Total confidentiality throughout your treatment
- Female clinicians and gender-sensitive care where requested
- Respect for religious and cultural values at every stage
We take the utmost care to align our support with your beliefs, traditions, and lifestyle.
How NOW-fertility Makes It Easier for Middle East Patients
With NOW-fertility, you’re not alone. You’ll benefit from:
- Continuity of care from one dedicated fertility team throughout
- Multilingual support, including Arabic, French, Italian, English-speaking team members
- Access to the very best IVF clinics in Greece, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK
- Fast-track access to donor databases
Our goal is to remove the stress from fertility care and give you confidence every step of the way.
Is IVF with Donor Eggs Right for You?
Donor eggs IVF is often the most successful option for some women. Whether you’re dealing with age-related fertility decline, a medical condition, or previous repeated IVF failures, this treatment offers a renewed chance of parenthood – even when other options have failed.
We also understand that choosing IVF with donor eggs is not always an easy decision. In addition to our fertility consultants, specialist nurses and care coordinators we also have qualified fertility counsellors to help support you emotionally.
Begin Your Journey Today
Take your first step towards parenthood with NOW-fertility’s global fertility and assisted conception care team. Whether you’re in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Riyadh, Jeddah, Damma, Doha, Cairo, or anywhere else in the Middle East region we’re here to make IVF with donor eggs very private, accessible, safe, and successful.
– Explore our IVF with Egg Donation Programme here.
– Book a Consultation here.
Published by NOW-fertility’s Communication Department.
Communication Manager: Annette Eckersley
E: annetteeckersley@now-fertility.com
This information was correct at the time of publishing and may not reflect our current practices, prices or regulations.
