Where International Patients Should Go for IVF & Fertility Treatment in Shanghai
A guide to Shanghai's leading IVF and reproductive centers — Renji, the First Maternity & Infant Hospital and Jiahui — with success rates, costs and legal guidance.
Shanghai's Fertility Landscape
Shanghai is one of Asia's leading destinations for IVF and assisted reproductive technology (ART). Its tertiary hospitals report success rates comparable to international centers, with costs significantly lower than in the US, Japan or Europe. Advanced services include ICSI, pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT-A/PGT-M), egg and embryo freezing, and third-party reproduction within legal limits.
Tier 1: National reproductive centers
Renji Hospital (Shanghai Jiao Tong University) — One of China's oldest and largest reproductive medical centers, a national key specialty in assisted reproduction. It handles high volumes of IVF cycles, including complex cases with poor ovarian reserve and repeated implantation failure, plus PGT programs. Shanghai First Maternity & Infant Hospital — A national leader in obstetrics and gynecology with a strong reproductive medicine center, offering IVF, fertility preservation and reproductive endocrinology. Fudan University Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital (Red House) — Long-established gynecologic and reproductive center with experienced ART teams.Tier 2: International hospitals
Jiahui International Hospital Fertility Center — Provides internationally standardized IVF in a private, English-speaking environment, with individualized protocols, genetic testing and egg freezing.Estimated Costs (2026, one IVF cycle)
International Patient Process
FAQ
Q: What documents do I need? Valid passports and, for married couples, a marriage certificate (legally required for ART in China). Q: Can I freeze eggs during my stay? Yes — egg freezing and embryo banking are available at leading centers. Q: How long is a typical cycle? Stimulation and retrieval require about 2–3 weeks in Shanghai; transfer can be same-cycle or frozen-embryo later.Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Individual outcomes vary. Always consult with qualified medical professionals before making treatment decisions. Contact MedBridge Shanghai for personalized consultation.
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