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How Much Does In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Cost in Ankara?

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in Ankara typically costs from $3,100 to $4,500. Fees depend on the specific laboratory techniques used and whether medications are included in the base rate. For international patients, these costs usually cover medical consultations, egg retrieval, and embryo transfer. Patients save around 81% compared to the US, where the average price is $18,500.

  • Embryo Transfer: $1,300 to $2,200 for the standalone implantation procedure.
  • Pharmacological stimulation for IVF: $1,700 to $2,300 for necessary hormonal medications.
  • Egg cryopreservation maintenance: $400 to $600 for yearly storage of genetic material.
  • Advanced techniques: Adding Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) typically increases the base cycle cost by 25-35%.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Ankara serves as a specialized alternative to Istanbul, attracting patients through its dense concentration of university-affiliated hospitals. Clinics like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic and Private Koru Ankara Hospital offer deep expertise, with thousands of successful cycles performed. Choosing JCI-accredited facilities here often provides a lower-cost path to high-tier medical infrastructure without the tourism premiums found in coastal cities.

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Data verified by Bookimed as of August 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 267 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

Best In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Clinics in Ankara: 8 Verified Options and Prices

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Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic
Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
Memorial Ankara Hospital
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Esra Cabuk Comert

19 years of experience

Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert has managed over 20,000 cases in IVF and genital aesthetics. She is an obstetrician-gynecologist based in Ankara. Dr. Comert serves as the official lead trainer for Neuvia vaginal fillers in Turkey. She holds certification from the European Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.

  • Trained over 80 doctors in cosmetic gynecology techniques.
  • Specializes in labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, and minimally invasive surgeries.
  • Performed over 2,000 successful IVF procedures.
  • Uses laparoscopic and hysteroscopic methods for gynecological conditions.

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Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Jul 16, 2025
Verified review.
hopefully we will succeed very much believe in Dr Semre 🙏
To be honest, we found the clinic by searching for the top 10 hospitals in Turkey and chose Memorial, the call centre was very adequate, we were met at the airport by a special clinic transfer car, which was very convenient for us! Then we had a consultation with doctor Semre Kahraman, she explained us the next steps of our operation (IVF) in a very clear language. We are planning to have the operation at the end of November hopefully we will succeed very much believe in Dr Semre 🙏, I forgot to mention the consultation was free which surprised me very pleasantly 😳 as last year I was in Medipole there I paid 220$ for the consultation.
I liked Dr Semre the best.
Communicating positively
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I started telling all my relatives and friends from Uzbekistan about the clinic
Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Turkey
Jan 4, 2025
Verified review.
She was on call 24/7, always answered in detail, politely and with great patience
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my coordinating doctor Yaroslava from the platform. She was on call 24/7, always answered in detail, politely and with great patience. Yaroslava even enquired about my impressions after my consultation with the doctor, which was very pleasant. Her responsiveness and support helped me to make an important decision. As for the treatment and the doctor, it is too early to give a final assessment, as we are just starting to work. But I can already say that I chose Memorial Ataşehir Clinic and I was satisfied with the staff, the doctor, the interpreter and the clinic itself. I will definitely write a full review of the results later.
A reverent approach of the doctor, no rush, polite, smiling. And my doctor coordinator Yaroslava.
Meerim • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Kyrgyzstan
Jan 13, 2024
Verified review.
Memorial Hospital in Ataşehir Istanbul meets its international status by all criteria as one of the leading medical institutions by international standards
Memorial Hospital in Ataşehir Istanbul meets its international status by all criteria as one of the leading medical institutions by international standards. In turn, we express our sincere gratitude to each medical staff and wish them further development!
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I thank the Bookimed platform for its assistance!
Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
United States of America
Aug 29, 2022
Verified review.
Yes, I liked it overall. But I didn’t like how translators work - there are not enough Russian-speaking translators, you have to wait for them all the time, once I waited 1.5 hours, once without an interpreter I mixed up the medication, I didn’t take the medicine correctly, because I didn’t understand correctly, even if the translator comes to you, will be in a hurry, because they have a lot of work. The clinic in the Bahcelievler district is large, modern, all tests, medicines can be bought on the spot, the staff is polite. I can’t say the result of infertility treatment yet, since I have only gone halfway through IVF, but I hope for a successful result.
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Ekaterina answered my requests very politely and in a timely manner, thank you for the quality work!
Maoulainine Tfarah • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Spain
Dec 21, 2022
Verified review.
I thank you that I knew the best hospital in the world, not only in Istanbul
A wonderful hospital and more than wonderful service. Professional treatment from doctors to staff, translators are high in morals and you feel like you are with a family, Doctors give you a lot of time and focus on the simplest details with love and attention, I was really surprised by the level of the high standard in all respects. I thank you that I knew the best hospital in the world, not only in Istanbul. thank you very much. Do not forget to thank you,
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Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
United Kingdom
May 3, 2025
Verified review.
Was offered an appointment and was told it would be online and an interpreter would be provided but there was no interpreter. I was told to pay a deposit but then after the appointment which was suppose to last an hour but lasted 20 minutes (and was started late) was concluded the hospital refused to refund me the deposit when I decided not to proceed! Luckily my credit card was able to get the money back for me.
Nothing
Lack of professionalism, lack of empathy and understanding. Changing the times of my appointment and not having an interpreter available despite promising to have an interpreter.
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Wasted my time and didn’t help me find the right hospital.
Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Kyrgyzstan
Dec 6, 2021
Verified review.
Hello. The clinic is very good, I am very satisfied. The only drawback is that the translator is not always there. The staff knows their job perfectly well.
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Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
United States of America
Oct 18, 2025
Verified review.
I really appreciate my doctor
Everything went well and I really appreciate my doctor, even though I didn't finish my treatment. My doctor found the cause of my problems and I have an appointment in January to continue.
Oui
The address in the taxi recommended by tempo hotel
Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Ukraine
Mar 15, 2024
Verified review.
Everything was organized very conveniently and quickly
I thank bookimed for organizing the visit to the clinic. Everything was organized very conveniently and quickly. They were always in touch and answered questions. Everything is fine)
Everything is fine)
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A visit to the fertility clinic was very quickly arranged. We liked everything.
Anonymous • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Romania
Sep 14, 2023
Verified review.
Special thanks to the attending physician Dr Semra Kahraman, thanks to her competence, experience and professionalism, everything worked out for us
Thank you very much to everyone who helped us at Memorialple Clinic. Special thanks to the attending physician Dr Semra Kahraman, thanks to her competence, experience and professionalism, everything worked out for us✨ I wish that everything works out and everyone is healthy and happy 😍
Doctors, cleanliness, comfort, service
Анна • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Turkey
Oct 24, 2019
Verified review.
"The doctor was very good, answered all the questions, explained everything
The doctor was very good, answered all the questions, explained everything. The only thing I didn’t like was the wait. At the reception no one spoke English or Russian, I had to wait for an interpreter from another part of the clinic. We were hungry and nervous while waiting, but overall the reception and consultation went well.
Svetla George • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Bulgaria
Jul 14, 2019
Verified review.
I am very happy and satisfied with Bookimed service
My experience in the hospital was not the best one. Please don't get me wrong, the hospital is well maintained and organized. The only problem I had was the visa for my husband. They have assigned interpreter for me in Bulgarian (I have not requested, because my husband doesn't speak my language, so we preferred English communication), however the lady took more than two weeks to replay my email and send the invitation letter. The visa was not ready on time. My treatment started and I had to cancel because my husband was not able to come. We have lost a lot of money and of course the delay of our dream. No one even offer an apology to me.. I am very happy and satisfied with Bookimed service. Everyone I talk to is very polite, attentive and try to fulfil all the request and solve the problem. Thank you so much. I will be happy to work with you again.
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I am very happy and satisfied with Bookimed service. Everyone I talk to is very polite, attentive and try to fulfil all the request and solve the problem. Thank you so much. I will be happy to work with you again.
Guzal Yusupova • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Apr 19, 2019
Verified review.
"We were at the Memorial clinic in Ataşehir on April 1, 2019
We were at the Memorial clinic in Ataşehir on April 1, 2019. In the clinic we were well met by the translator Olga. The clinic immediately took us to the doctor J. Demirel. We liked the clinic. The clinic passed all tests said the 20-day results will be ready while waiting for the results.
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Sofia Mihni • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Sep 24, 2023
Verified review.
We liked everything and like it, and the drivers in the services, and the staff and translators and our doctor, are completely satisfied with everything and recommend it
We liked everything and like it, and the drivers in the services, and the staff and translators and our doctor, are completely satisfied with everything and recommend it.
Hanan • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Germany
Feb 2, 2024
Verified review.
I am very happy and I hope that the result will be positive
Wonderful reception at the airport. The hospital’s appointments are punctual and the translators are very good. They take care of the patient and meet his needs. I am very happy and I hope that the result will be positive.
Good services
Everything is just fine
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Updated: 05/22/2026
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Esra Cabuk Comert
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Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She specializes in IVF, vaginal aesthetics, and laparoscopic surgeries, with over 20,000 cases handled. Dr. Comert is certified in Genital Aesthetic Surgery by the European Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery. She also holds certifications in Gynecological Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy, both approved by the Ministry of Health of Turkey.
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FAQ about treatment in Turkey

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Who is eligible for IVF in Turkey?

IVF eligibility in Turkey requires patients to be legally married heterosexual couples. They must use their own genetic material. Turkish law prohibits the use of donor eggs, sperm, or embryos. Single women and same-sex couples do not qualify for treatment under current national regulations.

  • Marital status: Couples must provide a valid marriage certificate to begin any treatment.
  • Genetic material: Procedures must only use the husband's sperm and the wife's eggs.
  • Age considerations: Clinics often set a practical limit of 46 years for biological reasons.
  • Medical necessity: Patients must have a documented infertility diagnosis from a qualified medical professional.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients may search for donor options, but Ankara's JCI-accredited centers like Memorial Ankara focus on achieving high success rates using your own cells. Lead specialists like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert have performed over 2,000 successful IVFs. High volume often leads to better handling of complex cases, especially when ovarian reserve is low.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize bringing an original marriage certificate to avoid delays. They also recommend confirming exact age policies directly with the clinic. Success rates with your own eggs are a main concern for older couples.

How long do I need to stay in Ankara for IVF treatment?

Patients typically need to stay in Ankara for 10 to 14 days. This covers a full IVF cycle including egg retrieval and fresh embryo transfer. A complete clinical cycle takes 21 days. However, remote monitoring for ovarian stimulation can significantly reduce your in-country stay.

  • Retrieval only: Plan for 4 to 7 days if returning home before the embryo transfer.
  • Full cycle: Budget 10 to 14 days for stimulation monitoring, retrieval, and fresh embryo transfer.
  • Frozen transfer: Budget only 1 to 2 days in Ankara for the actual transfer procedure.
  • Remote monitoring: Local scans can shorten your trip by over 7 days for some protocols.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients often expect a 3-week stay. However, Bookimed data shows that clinics like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic, with over 2,000 successful IVFs, often coordinate with local doctors for early monitoring. This approach allows you to arrive in Ankara around day 8 of your cycle, cutting your hotel costs by nearly 50% without impacting the success of the retrieval scheduled for day 12 or 13.

Patient Consensus: Most patients recommend a 14-day buffer. This accounts for natural cycle shifts and recovery after retrieval. They suggest arriving a day early. That way, you can handle paperwork at JCI-accredited facilities before stimulation reaches its peak.

Can I freeze my embryos after IVF in Ankara?

Embryo freezing is a standard and legal practice for married couples. It's available at JCI-accredited fertility clinics in Ankara. Using vitrification techniques, facilities like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic achieve high embryo survival rates. This makes future Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) cycles possible.

  • Storage duration: Turkish regulations allow embryo storage in liquid nitrogen for up to 5 years.
  • Legal requirement: Embryo freezing is only allowed for legally married couples using their own gametes.
  • Vitrification technology: Modern fast-freezing methods give embryo survival rates that often reach 95% to 100%.
  • Clinical oversight: Facilities like Private Koru Ankara Hospital follow Joint Commission International (JCI) safety standards.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Initial IVF costs in Ankara range from $3,100 to $4,500. Clinics often include the first year of storage in the package. Check if your clinic bundles these fees. Separate storage and thawing costs can add up during future transfer cycles.

Patient Consensus: Patients often prefer frozen transfers. The body recovers from stimulation meds, which leads to better outcomes. Most advise double-checking marriage certificate requirements before arrival to avoid legal delays.

What are the legal restrictions on IVF in Turkey?

IVF in Turkey is only available to legally married heterosexual couples. They must use their own genetic material. Ministry of Health regulations do not allow donor eggs, sperm, or embryos. They also ban gestational surrogacy. Treatments focus on using the couple's own genetic material. They take place in JCI-accredited facilities in cities such as Ankara.

  • Marital status: Only legally married heterosexual couples can have IVF.
  • Genetic material: Donor eggs, sperm, or embryos are not allowed.
  • Surrogacy ban: Gestational surrogacy is illegal in Turkey.
  • Embryo limits: The law limits transfers to 1 or 2 embryos, based on age.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Clinics in Ankara offer high-tech care. For example, Private Koru Ankara Hospital uses the Da Vinci system. Prices range from $3,100 to $4,500. But all clinics follow the same legal rules. You must provide an original marriage certificate to start any fertility cycle.

Patient Consensus: Patients say the paperwork requirements are strict. You'll need documents like your marriage certificate. Patients say Turkey is best for couples using their own genetic material. It's less suited to donor services.

Is there an age limit for IVF in Ankara?

Ankara clinics have no legal upper age limit for IVF. But medical guidelines effectively cap treatment at age 45 when using your own eggs. Turkish law strictly prohibits egg, sperm, or embryo donation. This limits options for patients after menopause or with low ovarian reserves.

  • Legal restriction: All forms of gamete or embryo donation are prohibited under Turkish law.
  • Medical cutoff: Most JCI-accredited clinics in Ankara turn away patients over 45-46 who want to use their own eggs.
  • Success rates: The chance of a live birth drops sharply after 45, often falling below 5%.
  • Male age rules: Men generally face no official age limits if sperm quality remains viable.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Success in Ankara depends on the clinic's specializations. Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic has performed over 2,000 successful IVFs, combining gynecology and fertility care. While average costs in Ankara are _op_158_city_386$3,500, you save around 81% compared to the US. Patients over 40 should focus on clinics with high-volume surgical expertise, such as Private Koru Ankara Hospital. That helps ensure full medical clearance.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that age cutoffs are often not strict. Clinics may make exceptions based on your health, as long as you use your own eggs. Patients advise asking for realistic success rates for your specific age before starting treatment.

Which clinics are considered best for IVF in Ankara?

Ankara has IVF clinics, including Memorial Ankara Hospital and Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic. They are known for their embryology labs and high success rates. These clinics often hold JCI accreditation and offer specialized services like ICSI and preimplantation genetic testing.

  • Clinic credentials: Memorial Ankara Hospital maintains Joint Commission International accreditation for quality.
  • Specialized expertise: Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert has performed over 2,000 successful IVF cycles.
  • Hospital certifications: Lokman Hekim University holds UNICEF's Baby-Friendly Hospital certification.
  • Technology access: Private Koru Ankara Hospital offers the Da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While Memorial Ankara Hospital is a massive JCI-accredited facility with over 100 doctors, smaller specialized centers like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic often offer more personalized doctor-patient interaction. High-volume hospitals excel at complex medical support, but patients at smaller clinics in Ankara often report higher satisfaction with direct communication from the lead specialist.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that English-speaking coordination and embryology lab reputation are more critical than clinic size. They recommend looking for direct stories about protocol flexibility rather than relying on online ratings.

What is the success rate of IVF in Ankara?

IVF success rates in Ankara typically range between 55% and 70% for patients under 35 years old. These outcomes match global standards. Clinics use technologies like ICSI and pre-implantation genetic testing in facilities accredited by the Ministry of Health.

  • Age impact: Success rates reach 55% or more for women under 35 years.
  • Advanced procedures: Clinics use ICSI and time-lapse monitoring to improve embryo selection.
  • Clinical experience: Top specialists report up to 65% pregnancy rates for younger patients.
  • Institutional volume: Leading centers like Private Koru Ankara Hospital serve 350,000+ patients per year.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While general success rates are high, experience levels vary significantly among providers. Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic has documented over 2,000 successful IVF procedures. Choosing a high-volume specialist often means more refined laboratory protocols. These protocols are critical for successful embryo development.

Patient Consensus: Patients report that rates for women over 40 drop significantly. They can be around 5% per cycle. Experts recommend asking whether the quoted success rate is for fresh transfers or tested embryos. That will give you a realistic outlook.

What techniques are used in Ankara IVF clinics?

Ankara IVF clinics use technologies like Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A), and Micro-TESE. Clinics like Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic and Memorial Ankara Hospital tailor stimulation protocols to each patient. They also monitor the embryology lab closely. This combination helps international patients achieve strong results.

  • Fertilization techniques: ICSI is standard for achieving high fertilization rates, especially in male-factor infertility.
  • Genetic screening: PGT-A and PGS detect chromosomal abnormalities before embryo transfer.
  • Surgical sperm retrieval: Micro-TESE is used at specialized centers to treat non-obstructive azoospermia.
  • Embryo transfer: Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) and day 5-6 blastocyst transfers are common.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data from Dr. Esra Cabuk Comert's Clinic shows that having surgeons who can perform laparoscopic surgery alongside IVF is a major advantage. These surgeons fix problems like myomectomies or ovarian cysts before starting IVF cycles. This often leads to better implantation rates than clinics that only focus on hormonal stimulation.

Patient Consensus: International patients often adopt a two-trip model. They travel once for egg retrieval and return later for a frozen transfer. Many report high embryo yields thanks to customized stimulation and close coordination with multilingual clinic staff.

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