🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey · Fertility
IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) in Istanbul
Fertility treatment in which eggs are retrieved, fertilised in a laboratory, and the resulting embryo is transferred to the uterus.
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In vitro fertilisation stimulates the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, retrieves them, fertilises them with sperm in a laboratory (often via ICSI, where a single sperm is injected into each egg), and transfers a resulting embryo into the uterus. It is the cornerstone treatment for many causes of infertility and is sought abroad both for cost and for access to options — such as donor eggs — that may be restricted or expensive at home.
Success rates depend heavily on the woman's age, the underlying diagnosis, and the laboratory's quality, and published 'success rates' are easy to misread. Cross-border fertility care also raises legal and ethical questions — around donor anonymity, embryo storage and parentage — that vary sharply by country and must be checked before treatment.
Clinics in Istanbul
8 tracked providers offering ivf (in vitro fertilisation).
Memorial Sisli Hospital
Istanbul
Memorial Sisli Hospital, opened in 2000, was the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation. Beyond general care, it is internationally recognized for its plastic surgery department and its IVF/ART center, whose laboratory was the first in Turkey accredited to the ISO 15189 medical laboratory standard.
- JCI
- ISO 15189
from $2,500–$4,500
Acibadem Healthcare Group (Kozyatagi Hospital)
Istanbul
Acibadem, founded in 1991 in Istanbul, is a large multispecialty healthcare network whose hospitals hold JCI accreditation. Its reproductive medicine program includes IVF and assisted reproductive technology, with Prof. Dr. Cem Ficicioglu among its noted specialists at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital.
- JCI
from $3,500
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Istanbul offering both fertility (IVF) and bariatric surgery to international patients. Its IVF program is led by Dr. Esra Tustas Haberal, while bariatric procedures are performed by Dr. Burcin Batman, with all-inclusive packages.
- JCI
from $3,250
Anadolu Medical Center
Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center is a JCI-accredited hospital near Istanbul, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine, offering fertility (IVF) and bariatric surgery among its services to international patients. Its IVF program is associated with Dr. Tayfun Kutlu and bariatric surgery with Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal.
- JCI
from $3,200
Bahceci Fertility
Istanbul
Istanbul fertility group founded in 1996 by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bahceci, running Turkey's largest IVF center at its Fulya site. The only center in Turkey to hold the ESHRE laboratory certification, performing thousands of IVF cycles a year.
- ESHRE laboratory certification
from $4,800–$7,400
Ota & Jinemed Hospital
Istanbul
Istanbul hospital opened in 1989 by Prof. Dr. Teksen Camlibel, described as one of the first IVF centers in the city. Performs over a thousand IVF cycles annually and specializes in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive medicine.
Medicana International IVF Center
Istanbul
IVF center in Beylikduzu, Istanbul, part of the Medicana group, headed by Prof. Dr. Selman Lacin with specialists largely trained in the EU or USA. Offers a full range of assisted reproduction including ICSI, IMSI and PGD.
from $3,500
Medipol Mega University Hospital
Istanbul
One of Turkey's largest private hospital complexes, opened in 2012 in Istanbul as the flagship of the Medipol Healthcare Group. It is JCI-accredited and runs a high-volume bariatric surgery program for international patients alongside oncology and cardiovascular surgery.
- JCI
IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) prices in Istanbul
| Provider | Published price (USD) | Typically includes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sisli Hospital | $2,500–$4,500 | stimulation medication, monitoring, egg collection | Corroborated |
| Anadolu Medical Center | $3,200 | clinic | Reported |
| Hisar Hospital Intercontinental | $3,250 | clinic | Reported |
| Acibadem Healthcare Group (Kozyatagi Hospital) | $3,500 | clinic | Reported |
| Medicana International IVF Center | $3,500 | clinic, icsi, egg-collection | Reported |
| Bahceci Fertility | $4,800–$7,400 | clinic, icsi, monitoring | Reported |
IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) in Istanbul: frequently asked questions
Where can I get ivf (in vitro fertilisation) in Istanbul?
We track 8 providers offering ivf (in vitro fertilisation) in Istanbul: Memorial Sisli Hospital, Acibadem Healthcare Group (Kozyatagi Hospital), Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Anadolu Medical Center, Bahceci Fertility.
How much does invitro cost in Turkey?
Across 6 published quotes we track, ivf (in vitro fertilisation) in Turkey runs $2,500–$7,400, with a typical range of $3,375–$3,500 — roughly 83% below an indicative US private price of about $20,000. Always confirm what a quote includes — the headline figure rarely covers everything.
Can you go to Turkey for IVF?
Yes — Turkey's international clinics routinely treat overseas patients, typically with English-speaking coordinators and all-inclusive packages. e-Visa or visa-free entry for many nationalities; confirm against your passport before booking. Confirm your own entry requirements and make sure the clinic provides written pre- and post-op instructions you can follow once home.
Is Turkey good for IVF?
"Good" depends on the specific clinic and surgeon, not the destination. Turkey has highly experienced fertility providers, but quality varies widely — which is why we score every clinic on a published transparency index and show what's verifiable (accreditation, named surgeons, sources) and what's missing, so you judge a provider rather than a country.