IVF cost in Fes: what one attempt really includes

By Dr Najib Boudra, obstetrician gynecologist. Updated on 4 November 2026.

“How much does IVF cost?” It is often the first question we hear on the phone, and it is a fair one. Starting in vitro fertilisation is a project for a couple, and it is also a budget to plan.

The honest answer fits in one sentence: the cost of an attempt depends on your tests, the protocol chosen and the steps you actually need. In this article, Dr Najib Boudra explains, item by item, what a quote for IVF in Fes covers, what can make it vary and how to get a clear estimate before you commit.

Why there is no single price for IVF

Two couples having IVF in the same year can receive two different quotes, and both can be entirely fair. IVF is not a standard product. It is a series of medical steps adapted to each situation: the woman’s age, her ovarian reserve, sperm quality, medical history and how any previous attempts went all shape the protocol. And the protocol drives the bulk of the budget.

The World Health Organization notes that fertility care is rarely covered by public health financing, and that the cost of treatment medicines remains a major barrier for many couples. All the more reason to know exactly what you are paying for, and why.

So be careful with a price given before any tests: it is either incomplete or approximate.

What one attempt includes, step by step

An IVF attempt happens in several stages, and each may or may not appear on a quote. For an overview of the whole journey, read our article on the steps of IVF in Fes.

The initial assessment

Before any serious quote, the couple needs an assessment: a pelvic ultrasound, hormone tests to evaluate ovarian reserve, a semen analysis and, depending on the case, a check of the fallopian tubes or the uterine cavity. Some of these tests may already have been done. Bring them along: if they are recent and reliable, there is no reason to repeat them.

Ovarian stimulation and monitoring

For around ten days in general, hormone injections stimulate the ovaries. Ultrasound scans and blood tests are used to adjust the doses and choose the right moment to trigger ovulation. The number of check-ups varies from one woman to another.

Egg collection, the laboratory and the transfer

Egg collection takes place in the operating room, under anaesthesia or sedation depending on the case. In the laboratory, the eggs are placed with the sperm, then the embryos are cultured for a few days before being transferred to the uterus. A blood test about two weeks later shows whether a pregnancy has started.

A clear quote states, for each of these steps, what is included and what is charged separately.

What makes a quote vary from one couple to another

Once the assessment is done, four items explain the bulk of the differences:

• Stimulation medicines. The dose depends on age, ovarian reserve and the response seen in any previous attempt. This is often a significant item, and it is not always included in the quote: check it.
• ICSI. When sperm quality is very poor, the biologist injects one sperm directly into each egg. This technique is not needed by every couple and must meet a clear medical indication. Our page on ICSI in Fes explains when it is used.
• Embryo freezing. If good quality embryos remain after the transfer, they can be frozen. Freezing, storage and a future transfer are separate lines.
• Additional tests. A hysteroscopy or genetic tests are only offered when there is an indication, but they change the total.

An example to make it concrete

Take two fictional situations. Sara and Youssef have a recent assessment and a normal semen analysis: their quote covers conventional IVF with a usual stimulation. For Imane and Karim, the semen analysis shows very few motile sperm: the doctor suggests ICSI, and the quote includes it from the start. Both quotes are fair. They simply do not describe the same treatment.

Optional extras: useful in your case?

Around IVF, many options are offered on top of the basic treatment: tests, laboratory techniques, supplements. They have a cost, and their value differs a great deal from one couple to another.

The European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) published recommendations on these add-ons in 2023. Its conclusion is cautious: very few of them rest on strong evidence, and several are not recommended for routine use. ICSI, for example, is indicated for severe male factor problems, but it should not be used for everyone.

Our advice: for each option, ask what it does in your specific situation. If the answer is not clear, you have every right to say no.

Questions to ask before accepting a quote

The UK fertility regulator (HFEA) advises patients to ask for a fully costed treatment plan, from tests to medicines, and to compare like with like. Here are the questions to ask:

• Are stimulation medicines included, or bought separately?
• How many monitoring scans and blood tests are planned?
• Is anaesthesia for egg collection included?
• Is ICSI planned, and for what reason?
• Are embryo freezing and storage included, and for how long?
• What happens if the cycle has to stop before egg collection?
• Which tests still need to be done before starting?

A quote that answers these questions clearly saves you from unpleasant surprises.

Preparing your request for a quote

A few simple steps save time from the very first appointment:

• Gather recent results for both partners: ultrasound reports, hormone tests, semen analysis, operation reports or records of previous attempts.
• Write down your questions, including about the budget: there is nothing awkward about discussing it.
• Ask your health insurer what may be covered, and request the forms you need.
• If you live far from Fes or abroad, call the front desk: we will tell you which tests to do before you travel.

Finally, do not put off the assessment for budget reasons. Knowing your situation commits you to nothing, and the woman’s age matters when choosing a treatment. If you are still unsure, read our article on when a couple should see a doctor about infertility.

Getting a clear estimate at the Boudra Fertility Center

At the Boudra Fertility Center, an IVF center in Fes, the quote comes after the consultation, never before. Dr Najib Boudra, an obstetrician gynecologist with more than 30 years of experience, reviews your file, completes the assessment if needed and explains the protocol he recommends.

Once the assessment is complete, the team gives you a personalised estimate that sets out what is included, what is not and what could be added as treatment progresses. You can take time to think it over.

To book an appointment, call 05 35 93 08 18 or write to us through the contact form.

Frequently asked questions

This article is for information only and does not replace a consultation. For any question about your situation, talk to your doctor.