IVF in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a newer entrant to the fertility tourism market but brings strong fundamentals: a healthcare system that consistently ranks among the best in Latin America, JCI-accredited hospitals, direct flights from major US cities, and a stable, tourism-friendly environment. While the fertility tourism infrastructure is less mature than Colombia or Mexico, the quality of care is high and growing.

Cost overview

Typical 2026 price ranges for fertility treatment in Costa Rica. All figures are approximate USD and vary by clinic, protocol, and individual candidacy.

IVF (own eggs)

$4,000–$7,000

Donor egg IVF

$7,500–$10,000

IUI

$700–$1,300

Egg freezing

$2,500–$4,500

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Who it's best for

US patients who want Western Hemisphere proximity with a stable, tourism-friendly environment, patients who prioritize JCI accreditation, and those who want to combine treatment with a nature-focused recovery.

Why patients choose Costa Rica

JCI-accredited hospitals — internationally recognized quality standards
3–5 hour flights from most US cities — no long-haul commitment
Stable, tourism-friendly country with excellent infrastructure
Healthcare system ranks among the best in Latin America
Nature-focused recovery: combine treatment with genuine rest

Legal framework

IVF was banned in Costa Rica from 2000 to 2015, when an Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruling overturned the prohibition. Since then, the legal framework has been developing, and clinics now operate under general medical regulations. Donor gametes are available. Legal frameworks for surrogacy are still emerging. Same-sex marriage is legal since 2020, though clinic-level access to fertility treatment may vary.

Where to go

San José is the primary hub, with most fertility clinics located in the Central Valley area. Some patients choose clinics in the greater metropolitan region for easier access to international airports.

Travel logistics

Flight time from the US: 3–5 hours from most US cities. Most patients need one or two trips — with remote monitoring handling initial consultations, medication management, and follow-up care from home.

What to watch out for

The fertility tourism infrastructure is less mature than Colombia's or Mexico's — fewer clinics, less competition, and less established patient coordination for international visitors. IVF was banned until 2015, so the industry is relatively young. Costs tend to be slightly higher than Colombia for comparable procedures.

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