Thailand IVF Process Timeline: How Many Trips and How Long?
Complete Thailand IVF timeline from preparation to pregnancy test — how many days off work, how many trips, and what happens at each stage.
"How many trips to Thailand? How long each time? How many days off work?"
These are the most common logistical questions from people planning IVF in Thailand. Here's your complete timeline.
Overall Timeline
The entire process typically takes 2-3 months:
Home Prep (1-2 months) → Stimulation Trip (12-15 days) → Wait for Results (15-30 days) → Transfer Trip (5-7 days) → Pregnancy Test (10-14 days)
Most patients need 2 trips to Thailand. Fresh embryo transfer requires only 1 trip (~25-28 days).
Phase 1: Home Preparation (1-2 Months)
- Week 1-2: Initial consultation + baseline tests (hormones, AMH, semen analysis)
- Week 3-4: Thai doctor reviews results, creates protocol, book travel
- Week 4-8: Body preparation if needed (supplements, cycle regulation)
Phase 2: Stimulation & Egg Retrieval (12-15 Days in Thailand)
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok |
| Day 2 | First clinic visit: ultrasound + blood work, start injections |
| Day 3-7 | Daily self-injections (nurse provides training) |
| Day 5-6 | First follicle monitoring |
| Day 8-9 | Second monitoring |
| Day 10-11 | Final monitoring + trigger shot timing |
| Day 11 PM | Trigger injection (HCG) |
| Day 13 | Egg retrieval (under general anesthesia, ~15-30 min) |
| Day 14 | Fertilization report, rest |
| Day 15 | Return home |
Egg retrieval is performed under general anesthesia — completely painless. Most women recover within 1-2 days.
Phase 3: Waiting Period (15-30 Days)
You return home while embryos are cultured and tested:
- Day 1 post-retrieval: Fertilization confirmed
- Day 5-6: Blastocyst development report
- Day 12-20: PGS/PGD genetic testing results
Phase 4: Transfer Trip (5-7 Days in Thailand)
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Clinic check: ultrasound + blood work |
| Day 3 | Endometrial preparation |
| Day 4 | Embryo transfer (~5 minutes, no anesthesia needed) |
| Day 5-6 | Rest and light activity |
| Day 7 | Return home |
Time Off Summary
| Phase | Days in Thailand | Suggested Days Off |
|---|---|---|
| Trip 1 (Stimulation) | 12-15 days | 14-18 days |
| Trip 2 (Transfer) | 5-7 days | 7-10 days |
| Total | 17-22 days | 21-28 days |
FAQ
Q: Can I do everything in one trip?
A: Yes, with fresh embryo transfer (no PGS). But frozen embryo transfer typically has higher success rates since your body has time to recover.
Q: Does my partner need to come both times?
A: No. The male partner only needs to be present for sperm collection on egg retrieval day. Frozen sperm can also be used.
Need a personalized travel timeline? Contact AddBaby — we'll plan around your cycle and work schedule.
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