Centro de Fertilidad Costa Rica (CEFER)

5.0 stars ·

A leading fertility clinic in San José offering IVF, egg freezing, IUI, and gender selection for international patients seeking affordable reproductive treatments. Features state-of-the-art labs, high success rates, and English-speaking embryologists trained abroad. Includes accommodation packages and emotional support services.

1998
Established

Our Treatments

Fertility & IVF

$8,000 - $12,000

Reproductive health and fertility assistance

75.0% success

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)

$8,000 - $12,000

Assisted reproductive technology

75.0% success
1-2 days
15-30 minutes (retrieval)
  • Recovery: 1-2 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes (retrieval)
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Egg/Sperm Donation

$9,000 - $14,000

Donor gamete programs

70.0% success
1-2 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: sedation

IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)

$4,000 - $6,000

Assisted conception procedure

65.0% success
None
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: None
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: none

Embryo Freezing

$2,000 - $4,000

Cryopreservation of embryos

1-2 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Surrogacy Support

$15,000 - $25,000

Surrogacy coordination and support services

Varies
Varies
  • Recovery: Varies
  • Duration: Varies
  • Anesthesia: none

Customer Reviews

5.0

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"Dr. Barrantes is exceptional. He is attentive, highly knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. His genuine bedside manner makes you feel truly cared for as an individual rather than just another patient in the system. I recently underwent surgery with him, and both the facility and the surgical protocols were on par with U.S. standards. Dr. Barrantes is a skilled surgeon who delivers excellent results; I felt completely confident in his hands throughout the entire process El Dr. Barrantes es excepcional. Es atento, posee un gran conocimiento y responde con suma rapidez. Su trato humano y genuino hace que uno se sienta realmente atendido como persona, y no solo como un paciente más del sistema. Recientemente me operé con él, y tanto las instalaciones como los protocolos quirúrgicos cumplieron con los estándares estadounidenses. El Dr. Barrantes es un cirujano experto que ofrece excelentes resultados; me sentí completamente seguro en sus manos durante todo el proceso."

CP
· July 9, 2026

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#1
global rank
70,000+
patients/year
66
Healthcare & Safety
65
Safety
71
Cost & Value
83
Travel & Getting There
65
Internet Speed
89
Climate
92
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Excellent
Hospitals 3+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate-High
Insurance International insurance accepted at major private hospitals; most medical tourists use private sector facilities

Travel & Getting There

Airport Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Distance to City 17 km (~25 min)
English Level High
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Widely available; rideshare services operational

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $85
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Tipping 10% tip customary in restaurants; optional for other services
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
60%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%
bariatric
50%

Climate & Environment

Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to April
Air Quality (AQI) 42
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 50 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#1 global rank 70,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
DentalCosmetic SurgeryBariatric SurgeryCardiacOrthopedicFertilityOphthalmic
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours (Teatro Nacional, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum)
Beach excursions (Pacific and Caribbean beaches)
National Parks and nature refuges
Shopping districts (Escazú, La Sabana)
Wellness and spa facilities

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

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